By Mardiyyah Abubakar
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the killing of Islamic preacher, Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, and his friend, Adamu Abubakar, in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State.
Gunmen reportedly killed the duo in a drive-by shooting on Monday evening.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, Tinubu described the killings as heinous and an assault on the values of peace and the sanctity of human life.
The President expressed condolences to the families of the deceased, their followers, and the government and people of Katsina State.
Tinubu directed the Nigeria Police Force and other relevant security agencies to intensify investigations into the incident and support ongoing efforts by the Katsina State Police Command to track down and arrest the perpetrators.
He urged the security agencies to ensure that those responsible for the killings are brought to justice.
The President also prayed for the repose of the souls of the deceased and comfort for their grieving families and all those affected by the tragedy.
