2023 Elections
NNPP Rep-elect Detained In Kano Over Illegal Possession Of Firearms
Ali Madaki, a chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) and house of representatives member-elect for Dala federal constituency of Kano is currently in the custody of the Kano police command over illegal possession of firearms.
Madaki was invited for questioning by the police on Wednesday.
Haruna Abdullahi, the police spokesperson in Kano, confirm the development on Thursday morning.
Abdullahi said Madaki is still in police custody and that an investigation is ongoing.
The development comes days after Alhassan Doguwa, majority leader of the house of representatives, was arrested by the police for his alleged role in attacks in Kano state during the general election.