By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
An Hakimi of Mai Ido, John Sabo Usman, the former district head of Mai Ido, has reportedly cried out for hunger following the arrest of his son, Hashimu, by the military over alleged involvement in kidnapping and banditry in Kachia LGA of Kaduna State.
The former district head, who claimed that the son is the family’s breadwinner, added that the son was apprehended two weeks ago near Saint John’s Catholic Church in Kachia while attending to his sick mother.
According to him, the family reportedly had no contact with him since the son was grabbed by a military crack team.
Speaking to journalists on the matter, the Chief of Kachia, Zamani Dogonyaro, stated that he would allow
the military to complete their investigation.
“If the boy is innocent, he will be set free,” Dogonyaro said.
The Chief also highlighted insecurity challenges in Kachia and neighbouring communities, noting the involvement of local youths in criminal activities.
According to him, when Usman informed him about his son’s arrest, he advised him to let the military handle the case.
“I told him that with my position, I cannot intervene because most of the boys are deeply involved in kidnapping and banditry. I later called a meeting with elders in the community, and they said the boy has a questionable character,” Dogonyaro alleged.
The chief added that he has urged Usman to approach the military directly for clarification. “You see, I must confess, what our boys are doing is not good.
“Just yesterday, we had a meeting with the military from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Kachia, Kajuru, and Chikun over insecurity challenges. The military are on top of the situation.” he said.
Meanwhile, Usman has maintained his son’s innocence and pleaded for his release, lamenting that the family has struggled to feed since his arrest, even although nothing was said about the son’s occupation and income.
