Nigeria, March 25 -- The police have arrested a 38-year-old man, Hamisu Abdullahi, after he allegedly shouted "No water, no light" during Governor Mohammed Bago's visit to Suleja, in an incident that has raised fresh concerns about civil liberties in Niger State.

The police spokesperson, Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspect was detained over alleged attempts to disrupt official activities during the governor's Sallah visit.

"One Hamisu Abdullahi, 38, of Suleja, was arrested and transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Minna. for suspected thuggery and attempting to disrupt government activities during the Sallah visit," Mr Abiodun said, adding that the suspect was later granted bail whi...