Aminu Boza, a member of the Sokoto State House of Assembly representing the Sabon Birni North Constituency, has firmly denied allegations linking him to the recent abduction and murder of Isa Bawa, the deceased District Head of Gatawa.
Boza has been accused by Bawa’s son of being involved in the plot, but he has rejected any claims of criminal activity or associations with bandits in the region.
He reaffirmed his commitment to the ongoing fight against banditry and expressed his dedication to restoring peace in the community.
In a statement, Boza declared, “I want to make it clear to the whole world that these allegations will never deter me from fighting against banditry. As I have always said, we need to unite and eliminate these bandits to achieve lasting peace.”
The allegations arose after Bawa’s son, in a video recorded from his hospital bed, claimed that the bandits who abducted and murdered his father confessed that Boza provided them with vital information and paid them ₦5 million to carry out the kidnapping.
According to the son, the bandits also claimed that Boza supplied them with weapons during the campaign period.
“The bandits told me directly that Aminu Boza was the one who gave them the guns to kidnap us,” the son alleged.
“They said they received the weapons during the campaign period and explained that although they did not know my father, they were paid ₦5 million to abduct him.”
In response to these accusations, Boza released an audio statement, passionately denying any involvement in criminal activities or collaboration with bandits. He vowed to continue his fight against banditry, even if it threatens his life.
“I understand that fighting the bandits will not be easy, but if it costs my life, I will be at peace knowing I did everything to satisfy my conscience,” Boza stated.
“I would be proud to die fighting these bandits if it means we can rid our community of them and restore peace.”
The allegations and Boza’s denial have generated significant attention as the region continues to struggle with the devastating effects of banditry.
