News
Despite Death Of Sokoto Monarch, Bandits Collect ₦60 Million Ransom To Release His Son
CityNews had reported that Bawa, who has been in the captivity of bandits since he was abducted about a month ago, has died in the camp of his abductors.
Confirming the death of his father to Daily Trust, the son of the deceased, Surajo Isa, said the bandits collected N60 million and five motorcycles were given to secure the release of his brother.
He said, “He came back from the bandits’ den around 8:30pm.”
Isa also said their father, who died in captivity, was buried by his abductors.
He added, “This is what our brother told us after his release.”
Confirming the development to the publication mentioned above, a member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly, Hon. Aminu Boza, said the late Emir’s son is currently receiving treatment at Usman Danfodio Teaching Hospital, Sokoto.
He said, “Unfortunately, they have buried the remains of the late emir in the bush. We learnt that the Emir was buried in the morning.
“The late Emir’s son, Alhaji Kabir Isa is currently receiving treatment at Usman Danfodio Teaching Hospital (UDUTH) Sokoto. It’s unfortunate that the Emir would not be seen again.”
- News14 hours ago
Breaking: Tinubu Makes Fresh Appointment
- News12 hours ago
#USElection2024 Live Updates: Trump Vs Harris…Latest Results…Latest Polls
- Top Stories14 hours ago
Hardship: We’ll No Longer Watch Anyone Insult Tinubu – Doyin Okupe Vows
- Top Stories14 hours ago
#USElection2024: Trump, Harris close campaign in swing states on eve of deadlocked election
- Top Stories6 hours ago
Digital Transformation: Maida, Kekere-Ekun Speak At NCC’s Annual Workshop for Judges in Lagos
- Top Stories8 hours ago
Breaking: House Of Reps Finance Committee Visits FIRS
- Politics14 hours ago
‘He’s With Us’, EFCC Confirms Ex-Gov Okowa’s Arrest Over N1.3trn Diversion
- Entertainment14 hours ago
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle pursue separate projects