The Jigawa State Government has said it is closely monitoring the case involving Walida Abdulhadi, an indigene of the state, assuring residents that necessary legal steps are being taken to address the matter.
In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Hamisu Mohammed Gumel, the government said it had been aware of the issue “from the moment it came to light” and had been proactive in handling it.
“The Jigawa State Government has noted with concern the public reactions and widespread interest surrounding the case involving Walida Abdulhadi, an indigene of Jigawa State,” the statement read.
It added, “We wish to state clearly that the State Government has been fully aware of the matter from the moment it came to light and has since been proactively involved in addressing it.”
According to the statement, the government recognises the emotional weight of the situation on the family of the affected citizen and the people of the state, stressing that the matter is being treated with utmost seriousness.
The government disclosed that the Jigawa State Ministry of Justice had been formally engaged to follow up on the case to ensure that all legal and administrative procedures were duly observed.
“Accordingly, the Jigawa State Ministry of Justice has been formally involved in following up on the case to ensure that all appropriate legal and administrative processes are diligently observed. The Ministry is working in close coordination with relevant authorities to safeguard the rights and interests of the affected citizen,” the statement added.
It further revealed that Governor Umar Namadi had personally intervened in the matter.
“Beyond institutional engagement, Governor Malam Umar Namadi has personally, alongside other top government functionaries, initiated high-level contacts and consultations with the appropriate authorities to ensure that the case is handled fairly, transparently, and expeditiously,” the statement said.
The government assured residents that it was fully on top of the situation, reiterating that the protection of the rights, dignity and welfare of every indigene remained a core responsibility of the administration.
While appreciating the concern and solidarity expressed by citizens, the government appealed for calm.
“We therefore assure the people of Jigawa State and the general public that the State Government is fully on top of the situation… We appeal to the general public to remain calm and allow the necessary legal and official processes to run their course,” it stated.
