Pantami Condemns Katsina Mosque Massacre, Urges Security Agencies to Deploy Technology
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| Pantami Condemns Katsina Mosque Massacre, Urges Security Agencies to Deploy Technology |
Prof. Isa Pantami condemns the Katsina mosque massacre, urges Nigerian security agencies to adopt advanced technology and geospatial analysis to fight banditry.
Tragedy in Katsina: Worshippers Killed During Fajr Prayers
A tragic attack on worshippers in Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State has drawn widespread condemnation. Former Minister of Communications and Digital Economy, Prof. Isa Ali Ibrahim Pantami, expressed deep sorrow over the massacre that claimed the lives of at least 27 worshippers during dawn (Fajr) prayers.
The incident, confirmed by community leaders and hospital officials, left several others injured when armed bandits stormed the mosque. The victims’ families, the Unguwan Mantau community, and the people of Katsina were at the center of Pantami’s heartfelt condolences.
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Pantami’s Condemnation and Call for Action
Quoting a hadith of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), Pantami highlighted the spiritual importance of the Fajr prayer, lamenting that innocent Muslims were brutally killed while performing one of the most rewarding acts of worship. He described the attackers as “worse than animals” and accused them of betraying the very essence of humanity.
Pantami stressed that the killing of unarmed worshippers during prayers is criminality of the highest order, calling for decisive and immediate action against the perpetrators.
Technology as a Tool Against Banditry
As Co-Chairman of the African Union’s 4th Industrial Revolution Policy Council (ASRIC), Pantami has consistently advocated for the adoption of technology in Nigeria’s security architecture.
He recommended the use of:
- Geospatial analysis for mapping bandit operations.
- Mobile location data to track movement of criminals.
- Cell tower signals and GPS tracking to identify suspects present at the crime scene.
Pantami revealed that he has made these recommendations for over six years, urging security agencies to act on them. According to him, integrating advanced digital tools could significantly improve the capacity of security operatives to track and apprehend criminals.
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National Prayers for Peace and Stability
Beyond his strong condemnation, Pantami prayed for Allah to accept the victims as martyrs, comfort their grieving families, and restore peace to Katsina and the rest of Nigeria. He urged collective prayers for stability, unity, and the strengthening of national security measures.
A Call for Technology-Driven Security
The Katsina mosque massacre underscores the urgent need for Nigeria to modernize its fight against banditry. Pantami’s call for the use of geospatial analysis, GPS tracking, and mobile location data offers a practical path forward. As Nigeria battles rising insecurity, adopting these advanced technologies could be the key to protecting lives and preventing future tragedies.
