The Nigerian police have identified the Kaduna intruder APC supporter who breached President Tinubu’s security on Thursday afternoon.
Spokesman for the Kaduna Police Command, Mansir Hassan, named the man as Umar Mohammed from Anguwan Muazu, Kaduna.
He explained that Mohammed is mentally unstable and has a long history of psychiatric disorders, based on police findings.
The Kaduna intruder APC supporter was described as a devoted fan of President Tinubu and the Kaduna State governor.
Hassan stated Mohammed admitted to acting out of overwhelming excitement and desperation to meet Nigeria’s leader in person.
The incident unfolded during Tinubu’s speech at a public event, with the intruder briefly alarming security officers nearby.
According to the police, Mohammed was properly screened and admitted into the venue like every other supporter that day.
He wore a campaign T-shirt and held a banner featuring the images of both Tinubu and the state governor.
Police emphasized there was no malicious intent; the man simply acted on impulse driven by admiration and mental illness.
Video footage showed President Tinubu pausing briefly as the man approached, before calmly saying, “Leave him alone.”
The response drew praise online, with some commending Tinubu for maintaining composure and choosing compassion over punishment.
Hassan clarified that the Kaduna intruder APC supporter is receiving medical evaluation and will not face criminal charges.
Authorities urged citizens to remain calm and trust the screening process during future presidential appearances in public spaces.
They also stressed the importance of balancing strong security with understanding mental health issues and political enthusiasm alike.
While the incident caused concern, officials say the president’s safety was never seriously compromised at any point.
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