The Niger State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 38-year-old Hamisu Abdullahi for allegedly shouting “no water, no light” during Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s visit to the Emir of Suleja following Eid al-Fitr prayers last Friday.
The state police spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, who confirmed the incident to Daily Trust, said the suspect was arrested for allegedly attempting to disrupt official proceedings during the governor’s Sallah visit.
He stated, “Hamisu Abdullahi, 38, from Suleja, was arrested on March 20, 2026, and transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Minna for suspected thuggery and attempting to disrupt government activities during the Sallah visit. He was later granted bail while investigations continue.”
Meanwhile, the suspect’s brother, Haruna Abdullahi, confirmed that he was released on bail on Tuesday evening after spending five days in detention.
Hamisu, an electrician and father of four who lives in Unguwan Bayi, Suleja, was reportedly arrested after shouting the phrase at the emir’s palace during the governor’s visit.
