Former Anambra State Governor and 2027 presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, Peter Obi, has condemned the killing of Kano-based social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu, calling for a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident.
Dan Shagamu was reportedly killed at his residence in Gaida Quarters, Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State, on Monday night.
The Kano State Police Command said two suspects had been arrested in connection with the killing and were currently being interrogated.
According to the police, the incident occurred at about 11:30 p.m. after the Vigilante Group Commander in Gaida reported that unidentified assailants had forcibly entered Dan Shagamu’s residence and attacked him with sharp objects.
Police officers from the Kumbotso Division responded to the scene and rushed the victim to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital in Kano, where a medical doctor confirmed his death.
The police said forensic procedures were underway to determine the circumstances and motive behind the attack, adding that the suspects would be charged to court after the investigation.
Reacting to the incident in a statement posted on his X account on Friday, Obi described the killing as deeply saddening and stressed that disagreements, criticism or neighbourhood disputes could never justify taking a human life.
“I am deeply saddened by the killing of social media commentator, Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu, in his home in Kano.
“No disagreement, criticism, or neighbourhood dispute can ever justify the taking of a human life.
“Those who speak up, express their opinions, or hold different views must not be made to live in fear,” Obi said.
He urged the Kano State Government and relevant security agencies to conduct a thorough, transparent and impartial investigation and ensure that everyone responsible for the killing is brought to justice.
Obi also emphasised that freedom of expression is guaranteed by the Nigerian Constitution, while extending his condolences to Dan Shagamu’s family, friends, colleagues and followers.
He prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul.
