- A member of the House of Representatives, Kabiru Mikailu, was attacked by angry youths during a visit to Dansadau in Zamfara State, as shown in a viral video.
- The lawmaker was reportedly dragged, shoved, and pelted with stones by residents accusing him of neglecting the community amid ongoing banditry.
- He was eventually rescued by security operatives, with the incident sparking widespread debate over citizen frustration and political accountability.
Tension erupted in Zamfara State after a viral video showed a member of the House of Representatives, Kabiru Mikailu, being attacked by a mob of angry youths. The incident occurred in Dansadau during a visit to the community, which has been severely affected by banditry.
In the footage, the lawmaker was seen being “dragged, shoved, and pelted with stones” by residents who accused him of neglecting his constituents.
According to reports, the youths were furious that Mikailu had allegedly failed to engage with the community since his election. Specific grievances included his failure to visit families affected by recent bandit attacks or participate in local Sallah festivities.
Despite the presence of security personnel, the crowd overwhelmed the scene. The lawmaker was eventually rescued and escorted away, though he reportedly sustained “physical and emotional distress.”
The video has sparked a heated debate online. While many condemned the use of violence, others argued that the incident highlights a growing frustration among citizens who feel abandoned by their elected officials.
In other news…. Controversial comedian Deeone has responded after fashion designer Veekee James mentioned him during a recent cooking podcast, a remark that quickly sparked renewed discussions on social media.
Many listeners interpreted Veekee James’ comment as a subtle jab, with her implying that people she considers intelligent do not take the comedian seriously.
Reacting after the interview began trending, Deeone disclosed that he once shared a personal relationship with Veekee James shortly after he returned from Big Brother Naija in 2018.
He stated that he was surprised by her comments, noting that there has never been any animosity between them. According to him, their relationship ended simply because they were incompatible.
While describing Veekee James as a kind person, Deeone admitted that he found certain aspects of her personality difficult to deal with, particularly what he felt was a controlling nature.
“I don’t like being controlled,” he said. “There’s no bad blood between us, and it’s not as if I treated her badly. This isn’t new informationnpeople in the industry already know, and even her husband, Mr Femi James, is aware.”
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