Barber at Moonlight Hotel in Jigawa Allegedly Kills Man

On October 29, 2026, at approximately 5:45 p.m., a barber working at Moonlight Hotel in Rafin Sanyi allegedly stabbed a man named Shago in the neck during an argument. According to SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, the Police Public Relations Officer, the suspect was reportedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

Shago, a resident of Karnaya town, was rushed to a hospital but was later confirmed dead by a medical doctor. Following the stabbing, some youths gathered at the scene and attempted to vandalize the hotel.

Police operatives from the Dutse Division intervened to control the situation and prevent further violence. The suspect is currently in custody, and an investigation into the incident is ongoing.

The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Tijjani Murtala, condemned the violence and urged residents to remain calm and report grievances to the appropriate authorities.