By Muhammad Mamman
A 38-year-old man, Hamisu Abdullahi, has been apprehended for allegedly shouting “no water, no light” during the visit of Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, to the Emir of Suleja shortly after Eid-el-Fitr prayers.
The Niger State Police Command said the suspect was arrested for attempting to disrupt official activities during the governor’s Sallah visit.
Police Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, disclosed that Abdullahi was subsequently transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Minna for further questioning.
He said, “One Hamisu Abdullahi, 38, of Suleja, was arrested and transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Minna, on March 20, 2026, for suspected thuggery and attempting to disrupt government activities during the Sallah visit.
“However, he was later granted bail while the investigation continues.”
The suspect’s brother, Haruna Abdullahi, confirmed that he regained freedom on Tuesday evening after spending five days in detention.
Hamisu, an electrician and father of four who lives in Unguwan Bayi area of Suleja, was reportedly picked up at the emir’s palace shortly after he raised the slogan during the governor’s visit.
There were unverified claims that the arrest was carried out on the orders of the governor.
But when contacted, the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Bologi Ibrahim, said he was not aware of the incident.
