A Senior Lawyer, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, has expressed deep sorrow and called for immediate action following the gruesome murder of Mr. Ahmad Muhammad Abubakar, the Welfare Secretary of the Gusau Branch of the NBA. The tragic incident occurred at Mr. Ahmad’s residence in Kotorkoshi town, Bungudu Local Government Area of Zamfara State.
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Mr. Ahmad Muhammad Abubakar, known for his unwavering commitment to the legal profession, dedicated a significant part of his life to serving his colleagues at the branch level. His untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the legal community, leaving them in mourning for the loss of a dedicated and respected Bar Man.
In a heartfelt statement, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, expressed his condemnation of the heinous crime and extended his deepest condolences to the family of the deceased and members of the Gusau Branch. He called for divine mercy for Mr. Ahmad’s soul and prayed for him to find eternal peace in jannatul firdaus.
However, amidst the grief, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, emphasized the urgent need for the Zamfara State Government and state security agencies to take swift and thorough action to investigate this brutal crime. He stressed the importance of identifying and bringing the perpetrators of this savage act, as well as others, to justice without delay. The president of the NBA asserted that such actions must have severe consequences, and those responsible must face the full force of the law.
Drawing attention to the alarming trend of unresolved killings in the state, Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, pointed out that the lack of arrests and serious investigations has contributed to the continued violence. He called on the government to arrest the situation, put an end to the killings, and restore the confidence of the people in their safety and security.
“The killings have gone on unchecked for too long and must be stemmed. Law and order must be restored,” declared Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, highlighting the urgency of the situation. He stressed that immediate action is necessary to address the prevailing crisis and prevent further loss of lives.
He urged the government to take decisive action and bring an end to the cycle of violence, emphasizing that only by apprehending the perpetrators and ensuring justice will people’s confidence in the government’s ability to safeguard their lives and property be restored.
As the nation mourns the loss of Mr. Ahmad Muhammad Abubakar, the legal community and concerned citizens are eagerly anticipating the Zamfara State Government’s response. The call for swift action to halt the killings and hold the culprits accountable grows stronger with each passing day.
“The Time to Act is Now,” reiterated Mazi Afam Osigwe, SAN, underscoring the pressing need for immediate intervention.
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