I think he joined us when we were in 12 and this would be his fourth season at Chelsea, he has been more than patient and the ownership continue to make the same mistakes. I cannot fault a player for feeling the same way I do.
“They killed Dadiyata in my presence.”
That is one of the most disturbing lines in this petition written by Musa Muhammad Kamarawa, former SSA to ex-Zamfara Governor Bello Matawalle.
The Inspector General of Police
Nigeria Police Force Headquarters
Louis Edet House
Shehu Shagari Way Central Business District,
FCT Abuja.
Sir,
HOW TWINS POLICE OFFICERS CSP HUSSAINI GIMBA AND CSP HASSAN GIMBA MAKE PARTIAL INVESTIGATION, SIPHONED MY MONEY AND PROPERTY AS WELL AS SEARCHED MY HOUSE ILLEGALLY WITHOUT VALID SEARCH WARRANT
The alleged Police Officers CSP Hussaini Gimba and CSP Hassan Gimba have investigated me partially, looted my money, property and illegally searched my house without valid search warrant as itemized below
1. PARTIAL INVESTIGATION
In the cause of investigation, I was coarse by them I shouldn't make any attempt to disclose my relationship with former Governor of Zamfara State Dr Bello Matawalle current State Minister of Defence that was the main reason in all the Vedio clips they recorded on me under duress I have never disclosed our relationship with him because they treat to kill me as they killed Dadiyata and Saminu S/Fada Gusau amongst others in my presence at Operations Yaki Kaduna but they keep asking my relationship with my uncle former Governor of Sokoto State Alh Attahiru Dalhatu Bafarawa who was their main target as instructed by Matawallen Maradun. My concern is that I was the SSA to Matawallen Maradun during his tenure as a Governor in Zamfara State but why they never allow me to mention even in my statement which I wrote under duress, hence there's a need to investigate the motive behind these. Attached herewith my letter of Appointment as SSA.
2 EXTORTION AND WITHDRAWAL OF N3,600,000 FROM MY COMPANY ACCOUNT WITH UBA BANK
While I was on detention with them on the 4th of November, 2021 the Officers compelled me to write a cheque of Three Millions Six Hundred Thousand Naira (N3,600,000) and withdraw the cash which I handed over to them, hence account statement can testify to that effect and hereby attached for further investigation. However, there was one Alhaji Hussaini Bosso who served as middle man between my family members and Twins Police Officers whose on several occasions collected money from my family and handed over to them for them not to kill me, part of the money collected they transferred some to the account of Hussaini Bosso's son, hence the teller is available for the said transaction.
3.CARTEL AWAY WITH CONTRACT MATERIALS AWARDED TO ME BY SOKOTO STATE GOVERNMENT
While I was on detention they went to Shinkafi LGA where I preserved building materials meant for the contract awarded to me by the Sokoto State Government, they directed one Alhaji Lauwali Moriki to open the store for them and parked all the items and divided the items into two take over the half and later handed over the remaining items to SCID office in Sokoto which they later claimed as exhibit arrested along Rijana Kaduna. My contract letter with the Sokoto State Government is equally hereby attached for further investigation.
4.ILLEGAL SEARCH OF MY RESIDENTIAL HOUSE
The alleged Officers searched my residential house on same night I was arrested on the 14th October, 2021 without a valid search warrant. One purported search warrant claims to obtained from one CMC Sokoto was letter presented by them when I filed an enforcement at the State High Court in Sokoto because it was signed on 13th October, 2021 and claimed going to my house on 13th October, 2021 also claimed my wife and brother signed on 13th and 12th October, respectively. Attached also here with the copy of the said search warrant for further investigation. During the house search they cartels away with so many valuable items such as money (cash), gold amongst others which still so many are still with them and never handed over to the court or to the exhibit keeper under Police custody.
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR FUNERAL PRAYER
Please join us for funeral prayer (Salat al-Ghaib) for the late Saleh Shehu Ashaka.
The prayer will be held tomorrow, 5th May 2026, at the National Mosque, Abuja, by 1:00 PM, In shaa Allah.
May Allah have mercy on his soul. Ameen.
Announcer: Nasiru Adamu El-Hikaya, on behalf Friends & Associates
WHO IS SALEH ASHAKA?
The Nigerian media world lost a gem yesterday. Veteran journalist and former Voice of America (VOA) Hausa Service correspondent Saleh Shehu Ashaka (@AshakaSaleh
) passed away on Sunday, May 3, 2026, after a brave battle with a prolonged illness. He was 42.
A voice of reason, a mentor, and a kind soul who always pushed others to do better. Let’s remember his remarkable life. 2/10
Born on July 26, 1983, in Plateau State, Northern Nigeria, Saleh grew up in a region that shaped his deep understanding of its people, challenges, and aspirations. He attended Federal Government College Jos (FGC Jos), where he formed lifelong bonds with classmates who later spoke of his generosity—even while battling illness.
Saleh built a distinguished career spanning decades in journalism. He served as a key correspondent for VOA Hausa in Abuja, covering Nigerian politics, security, governance, anti-corruption efforts, and national development with honesty and insight. He also contributed sharp opinion pieces to platforms like Daily Nigerian and ThisDay.
On X (formerly Twitter), where he had over 51,000 followers, Saleh was more than a reporter—he was a commentator who spoke truth to power. His posts blended professionalism with warmth, and he often encouraged younger voices to grow beyond noise-making into meaningful impact.
What many admired most was his humanity. Friends described him as the “life of every space,” someone who randomly called to share achievements, laugh, or offer guidance. He bought property in Dubai and excitedly showed it off to close ones. He mentored, inspired, and treated people like family.
His health journey was one of courage and reflection. Saleh had been battling cancer for some time (a close friend revealed he confided about it over a year earlier). In late 2025, he even wrote a powerful piece titled “Officially I am back to work!!” on Politics Digest, sharing lessons from his illness and vowing to encourage others facing similar battles.
Despite the pain, he kept working and staying positive. When his condition worsened, he traveled to Cairo, Egypt, for advanced treatment. Sadly, he was admitted to the ICU and passed away there. Even in his final months, tributes note he remained helpful to old schoolmates and full of life.
He leaves behind two wives and one child. The outpouring of grief from journalists, politicians, and everyday Nigerians shows the depth of his impact—colleagues called him a “quintessential intellectual journalist,” a brother, and a mentor who believed in others’ potential.
Saleh’s legacy? A commitment to truthful journalism in challenging times, a heart that lifted others, and a reminder that life is short—“There is only one thing certain in life: Death!” (his own words from a 2024 post). May his work continue to inspire the next generation of reporters.
Rest in perfect peace, Alhaji Saleh Shehu Ashaka. May Allah grant you Jannatul Firdaus and comfort your family. Ameen.
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