A senior traditional title holder in Daura Emirate Council in Katsina State and in-law to President Muhammadu Buhari, Alhaji Musa Umar Uba, who was abducted by gunmen in May, has regained freedom, according to his family and police sources.
The traditional ruler, who holds the title of Magajin Garin Daura, is a retired Customs Controller and a cousin of the Emir of Daura, Alhaji Faruk Umar.
He is married to Hajiya Bilki, a niece to President Buhari, being the daughter of his elder sister, Hajiya Rakiya.
He is also the father of Fatima, who is married to the president’s Aide De Camp (ADC), Col. Mohammed Abubakar.
He was abducted on May 1 by four gunmen who stormed his residence in the ancient city of Daura.
