Former Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar, has expressed deep sorrow and condemnation following the tragic explosion at Larabar Abasawa in Gezawa Local Government Area, Kano State. The incident, reported by Findwhoabi News, involved a 38-year-old man, Shafi’u Abubakar, who detonated a petrol bomb at a mosque, resulting in the death of at least fifteen people.
In a heartfelt message on his X account, Atiku insisted on severe punishment for the perpetrator of this heinous crime. He emphasized that such acts of violence have no place in society and called for justice to be served.
“I am deeply saddened by the horrendous arson involving 23 people who were burnt alive while praying in a mosque at Larabar Abasawa in Gezawa Local Government Area of Kano State,” Atiku wrote. “This horrific killing of trapped worshippers, and indeed of any other innocent citizens, has no place in our society. I share my condolences with families who lost loved ones to this criminal act.”
Atiku also extended his wishes for a speedy recovery to the survivors and called for the deployment of all available medical resources to aid in their recovery. He prayed for the victims, saying, “May Allah accept the souls of the victims, forgive their sins, and grant them eternity according to their beliefs.”
He urged the Kano State government and relevant authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident and ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice. “I urge the Kano State government and other relevant authorities to investigate the incident and ensure that the perpetrator of this heinous crime is brought to book,” he concluded.