Hassan Turaki.
The Jigawa State Police Command has recorded a tragic and deeply disturbing incident that occurred in Kazaure Local Government Area, involving the alleged killing of a father by his biological son.
The Command received a report from Lokon Malamai, via Magama Quarters in Kazaure town, that a 60-year-old was engulfed by fire suspiciously ignited by an unknown person.
On receipt of the report, the team of policemen responded promptly, and the victim was rushed to the nearest hospital.
Preliminary investigations revealed that, on the same date at about 0600hrs, an unidentified person poured a reasonable quantity of a flammable item, suspected to be petrol, on the victim’s body and set him ablaze.
In-depth surveillance and investigation led to the arrest of one Kabiru Nuhu ‘m’ age 27yrs of the same address, who happened to be the biological son of the victim with several fresh fire burns and wounds on his forehead, arms, and toes.
The victim was later referred to the higher medical center for intensive treatment but sadly succumbed to the injuries sustained while receiving treatment.
The suspect is currently in custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Dutse, for discreet investigation and diligent prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Haruna Alaba Yahaya, psc, mnips, condemns in strong terms this heinous act and assures the public that justice will be served. He further calls on residents to seek peaceful means of resolving disputes and to report any signs of domestic violence or conflict to the nearest police station.
The Command also urges members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with the police as investigations continue.
Further developments will be communicated in due course.
SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, anipr,
Police Public Relations Officer,
Jigawa State Police Command.
5th April, 2026.
