Sokoto Residents Clash with Police in Nigeria After Abducted Emir Dies
Sabon Birni, Sokoto State, is in turmoil as residents protest the murder of Alhaji Isa Bawa, the Emir of Gobir, who was abducted in Gawata town.
Bawa, along with his son, was kidnapped while traveling to Sabon Birni from a meeting in Sokoto. Despite a video plea for government intervention, Bawa died after three weeks in captivity.
In response, youths in Sabon Birni have taken to the streets, burning tires and clashing with police officers who attempted to control the unrest.
Watch Video below.