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Gov Bago Condemns Robbery Attack At Minna Palace

Written by Basirat Memudu
File photo of the Niger state governor, Mohammed Umar Bago

The Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umar Bago has condemned in strong terms the robbery attack on the cashier of the Emir of Minna, Ibrahim Sani.

The Governor in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Bologi Ibrahim, described the incident as unfortunate and the height of disregard to traditional institution.

He said his administration will not fold its arms and allow criminals inflict pains and sorrow on innocent residents of the state.

According to him, “this is highly unfortunate to have this kind of situation not just in the state capital but at the Emir’s Palace.

“My administration will not condone this act. I charge the security agencies to investigate and fish out the criminals with a view to prosecuting them”, he said.

Governor Umaru Bago who sympathized with the Emir of Minna, Alhaji Umar Faruk Bahago over the robbery attack, prayed God to grant the two Palace Aids quick recovery.

ALIYU LAWAL