Kaduna State Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, has launched a thorough investigation into an alleged assassination attempt on Senator Usman Lawal, representing Kaduna Central under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
The directive was announced in a statement issued on Thursday by the command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, following claims made by the senator on his official Facebook page. Senator Usman alleged that he narrowly escaped an attack by unidentified thugs in Kaduna North on Wednesday.
According to DSP Hassan, the command was taken aback by the senator’s social media post, as no formal complaint had been filed regarding the incident. He added that efforts to reach the senator for further clarification have so far been unsuccessful.
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“The alleged assassination attempt on Senator Usman Lawal is unknown to the police,” Hassan stated. “Our attention was drawn to a Facebook publication where the senator claimed to have escaped an assassination attempt by thugs at an undisclosed location. However, no time or detailed account of the incident has been provided. Despite our attempts to contact him, there has been no response.”
In light of the situation, the police commissioner has ordered a detailed investigation to uncover the facts surrounding the alleged attack. DSP Hassan reaffirmed the Kaduna State Police Command’s dedication to maintaining the safety and security of all residents in the state.
This development has sparked widespread concern among residents, with many questioning the motives behind the alleged attack and the lack of formal reporting. As the investigation unfolds, the police are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in ensuring justice and transparency in the matter.
The incident has also ignited a debate on social media about the increasing security challenges faced by political figures in the country, with many calling for swift action to prevent similar occurrences.
