Residents of Maitama District in the Federal Capital Territory are grappling with shock and fear in the aftermath of the alleged assassination of Khalid Bichi, a Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) staff known by his social media handle @Khalid_Bichi. The incident, which occurred on Friday evening, has ignited concerns about the safety and security of the area.
According to eyewitness accounts, Khalid Bichi was fatally shot multiple times by unknown gunmen while he was out to grab a bite to eat around 9:00 pm. The assailants reportedly fled the scene immediately after the attack, leaving Khalid critically injured.
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Despite being rushed to General Hospital, Maitama, Khalid Bichi was pronounced dead upon arrival. Investigations into the incident suggest that the gunmen might have been hired assassins who meticulously trailed their target before carrying out the deadly attack.
Khalid Bichi, known by the social media handle @KhalidBichi, was said to have connections with influential politicians in the country, adding layers of complexity to the ongoing investigation.
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has yet to release an official statement regarding the tragic incident, leaving residents and the public anxiously awaiting updates on the case.
The assassination has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing deep concern over the rising insecurity in the area. Calls for swift action to apprehend the perpetrators and ensure justice for Khalid Bichi’s untimely demise are mounting, as authorities face mounting pressure to address the underlying issues contributing to such acts of violence in the nation’s capital.