Tension In Public Event As Man Arrested Over Protest Against Poor Utilities During Bago’s Visit
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A 38-year-old man, Hamisu Abdullahi, has been arrested after reportedly shouting “no water, no light” during the visit of Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, to the Emir of Suleja following Eid-el-Fitr prayers on Friday.
According to the Niger State Police Command, Abdullahi was taken into custody for allegedly attempting to disrupt official activities during the governor’s Sallah engagement.
Police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed to Daily Trust that the suspect was subsequently moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Minna.
He stated, “One Hamisu Abdullahi, 38, of Suleja, was arrested and transferred to the SCID, Minna, on March 20, 2026, for suspected thuggery and attempting to disrupt government activities during the Sallah visit.
“He was later granted bail while investigations are ongoing.”
A family member, Haruna Abdullahi, confirmed that the suspect was released on bail on Tuesday evening after spending five days in detention.
Hamisu, an electrician and father of four from Unguwan Bayi in Suleja, was said to have been arrested after making the protest statement at the emir’s palace during the governor’s visit.
There have been claims that the arrest was ordered by the governor, although this has not been independently confirmed.
When contacted, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Bologi Ibrahim, said he was unaware of the incident.
