Young Man Who Shouted “No light No water” During Governor Bago’s visit, makes fresh revelation

Suleja is buzzing with controversy after a young man, Hamisu Abdullahi, revealed new details about his arrest for shouting “No light, no water!” during Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago’s Eid-el-Fitr visit to the Emir of Suleja. Ohh Wait… Watch Video Now.

Abdullahi, 38, told reporters that he paid ₦50,000 to secure his bail after being detained by police for allegedly disrupting the governor’s event. He explained that his arrest began at the Suleja Police Division on Friday, then he was transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Minna, before finally being released on Tuesday evening. As part of his bail, he is required to report back to the Minna police headquarters next Tuesday.

Shockingly, Abdullahi alleged that an aide to Governor Bago slapped him in the presence of the governor at the Emir’s palace before he was taken into custody. He was later interrogated by senior police officers at the Commissioner of Police’s office before bail was granted.

Police spokesperson Wasiu Abiodun confirmed Abdullahi’s arrest, stating it was related to allegations of thuggery and disruption of government activities. Family sources revealed that Abdullahi had protested the lack of electricity and clean water shortly after Eid prayers, sparking the incident.

The episode has stirred public debate over Niger State residents’ ongoing struggle with poor electricity and water supply, with many questioning the handling of dissent during official visits. For those following the story, insiders suggest there may be hidden political tensions and local unrest brewing find out what’s really happening.

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— Reported by TimesNG Global Desk