By Abubakar Yunusa
A Civil Society Group representing the 774 Local Governments across Nigeria calls on our security agencies to leave no stone unturned in their investigation against the arrest of Bashir Hadejia, a suspect implicated in treason, gun-running, and other transnational crimes.
According to the group in a statement signed by its National Coordinator, Mansur Abubakar, said the truth must be uncovered, and the full weight of the law must be applied.
“We will follow this case closely, with unwavering commitment, until justice is served.
The statement alleges that Bashir is a close friend of the current Executive Governor of the State, Dauda Lawal.
Let it be clear: no one is above the law. Regardless of one’s position or influence, accountability must prevail.
“Our nation’s security and the trust of our people depend on it. Together, we must ensure that those who breach our national trust face the consequences.
“It is widely believed that this Bashir Hadejia is a close associate of the Zamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawan, and a confidant of the influential General Ali Gusau from Zamfara State.
The groups viewed the apprehension of individuals such as Bashir Hadejiya as not only protecting our borders but also underscoring the importance of vigilance in combating increasingly sophisticated networks of crime and terrorism.
The nexus between local and international criminal enterprises calls for a fortified response from all stakeholders to dismantle these dangerous operations.
“The confession of Bashir Hadejiya has unveiled a disturbing nexus of criminality that transcends national boundaries, posing significant threats not only to Nigeria but to the broader West African region and beyond.
His involvement in the gun-running trade and the smuggling of gold pilfered from the Central Bank of Libya underscores a perilous partnership with international criminal networks.
“These entities do not merely undermine our national integrity; they provide the very resources necessary for exacerbating terrorism and instability across West Africa—a situation that represents a severe affront to our sovereignty and a pronounced invasion of our peace.”
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