The Kebbi State Police Command arrested two suspects in murder cases in the Shanga and Zuru Local Government Areas.
Commissioner of Police Bello Sani called the incidents “unfortunate” and urged community members to seek peaceful conflict resolution rather than resorting to violence.
A statement made on Friday by the spokesman for the command, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, said, “On December 31, 2024, at approximately 8:00 PM, police arrested Yunusa Haruna, 25, from Bakin Turu village in Shanga LGA, for allegedly stabbing his elder brother, Isiyaku Haruna, to death.
“According to police reports, the suspect attacked his brother with a sharp knife during an altercation, leading to the victim’s death. The arrest followed a swift response from officers at the Shanga Divisional Police Headquarters.
“In another incident on January 8, 2025, at about 4:30 PM, Abubakar Umar, 25, of Jarkasa in Zuru LGA, reportedly stabbed Mohammed Bala in the head with a knife during a disagreement, killing him instantly.
“Umar is also accused of injuring Mohammed’s younger brother, Sama’ila Bala, during the altercation. Officers from the Zuru Divisional Police Headquarters promptly apprehended the suspect following the incident.”
Sani responded to these incidents with serious concern and condemned the acts of violence.
He advised Kebbi State residents to report issues to relevant authorities for solutions rather than seeking self-help.
The Commissioner has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of the State Criminal Inquiry Department (SCID) to conduct a comprehensive inquiry into the facts surrounding both incidents.
After the investigations are completed, the suspects will face charges in court.
The Kebbi State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining peace and order, inviting the people to help by submitting genuine information to boost security efforts.
