Bandits have reportedly released Kabiru, the son of the murdered district head of Gobir, in Sokoto State, Muhammad Bawa-Isa, after payment of N60 million and five motorcycles as ransom.
DAILY NIGERIAN reports that Mr Kabiru was abducted alongside his father in July while travelling from Sokoto to his hometown, Sabon Birni.
But the monarch was executed on Tuesday after failing to meet the deadline for the payment of ransom.
Confirming Mr Kabiru’s release to Daily Trust, his elder brother, Surajo Isa, said the bandits collected N60 million, and five motorcycles were given to secure their release.
“They came back from the bandits’ den around 8:30 p.m.,” he said.
He also confirmed that their father, who died in captivity, was buried by his abductors.
“This is what our brother told us after his release,” he revealed.
Also confirming the development, Aminu Boza, a member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly, said Mr Kabiru is currently receiving treatment at Usman Danfodio Teaching Hospital, Sokoto.
“Unfortunately, they have buried the remains of the late emir in the bush. We learnt that the Emir was buried in the morning.
“The late Emir’s son, Alhaji Kabir Isa, is currently receiving treatment at Usman Danfodio Teaching Hospital [UDUTH] Sokoto. It’s unfortunate that the Emir would not be seen again.”
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