Shamaki, the Chief Servant of the Emir of Zamfara, has made a heartfelt plea reported by SaharaReporters, urging the Emir and Nigerian authorities for rescue from his captors. Alongside over 600 others, held by terrorists, Shamaki's appeal, conveyed through a widely circulated Hausa video on social media, emphasizes the dire need for clemency and swift action to secure their release.
The urgency of Shamaki's plea highlights the gravity of the situation faced by him and countless others under the control of bandits. He implores the Emir of Zamfara and government officials to intervene promptly and facilitate their liberation from captivity.
This incident sheds light on the persistent security challenges in Zamfara State and the prevalent issue of kidnapping for ransom across Nigeria. Despite efforts to reach out to the Zamfara State Police Command for comment, communication attempts with their spokesperson, Yazid Abubakar, were unsuccessful.
Shamaki's plea underscores the human toll of such violence and the imperative for decisive action to ensure the safety and well-being of innocent civilians. As the nation grapples with escalating insecurity, Shamaki's appeal serves as a poignant reminder of the urgent need for effective intervention to address the underlying causes of such criminality.