President Muhammadu Buhari has mourned the death of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), in Nasarawa State, Mr. Philip Shekwo who was abducted and killed by gunmen.
A statement issued by presidential media aide Malam Garba Shehu quoted Buhari as saying that Police investigation would determine if it was an assassination or kidnap-related murder.
While challenging the nation’s security system to “do more” to end violence in the country, President Buhari commended the Inspector General of Police, Mr Muhammed Adamu, for sending reinforcement of men and materials to the state.
It further quoted the president as commiserating with the family of the deceased while describing Shekwo as kind and jovial.
”His contribution towards strengthening the party in Nasarawa State will not be forgotten. May his soul Rest in Peace,” the statement quoted Buhari as saying.
It would be recalled that The late APC Chairman was abducted by gunmen, who stormed his residence in Lafia on Saturday night. The gunmen later killed him.
