Tinubu Orders Security Agencies to Investigate Killing of Sheikh Masussuka
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Nigeria Police Force and other security agencies to intensify investigations into the killing of prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, and his associate, Adamu Abubakar, in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State.
The President condemned the killing, describing it as a heinous act that undermines the values of peace and respect for human life.
The victims were reportedly shot dead by gunmen in a drive-by attack on Monday evening.
In a statement, the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, said Tinubu was deeply saddened by the incident and had ordered security agencies to ensure that those responsible were identified, arrested and prosecuted.
According to Onanuga, the President directed the police and other relevant agencies to act swiftly and strengthen the ongoing efforts of the Katsina State Police Command to track down the perpetrators.
Tinubu also extended his condolences to the families of the deceased, their followers, and the government and people of Katsina State over the tragic incident.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the victims and asked God to grant their families and other mourners the strength to bear the loss.
