The village of Larabar Abasawa, located in the Gezawa region of Nigeria, was recently the scene of a tragic event that shocked the entire community. At the heart of this case is Abubakar, a resident of the area, accused of several serious offenses including setting fire to a mosque, causing serious injuries and even loss of life.
The acts alleged against Abubakar contravene the provisions of sections 336, 247 and 221 of the Shari’a Penal Code of Kano State. During the latest hearing, the Kano State Deputy Attorney General, Salisu Tahir, informed the court that he had received a copy of the case file from the police.
The number of victims tragically increased from 14 to 19, and the prosecutor expressed the need to add these details in the official accusation, as well as present the necessary witnesses in court. The seriousness of the charges against Abubakar is indisputable, since he is accused of having deliberately set fire to the Larabar Abasawa mosque and of having blocked the exits, thus leaving the faithful trapped in the flames on May 15. Faced with these accusations, the defendant pleaded guilty to all three counts.
In this case, Auwal Abubakar, a member of the Legal Aid Council of Nigeria, appeared as defense lawyer after the court was ordered to provide counsel to the accused during a previous hearing.
This case raises many questions about the security of places of worship and the protection of worshipers during the exercise of their religious practice. The events in Larabar Abasawa highlight the importance of putting in place adequate measures to prevent such criminal acts and protect the community as a whole.
In conclusion, the story of Larabar Abasawa reminds us of the importance of justice and security in guaranteeing peace and social cohesion within our communities. Let us hope that light will be shed on this matter and that justice will be served for the victims and their families.