Jigawa Police Arrest Abbas Ibrahim for Brother's Death
Abbas Ibrahim, a 27-year-old man, was arrested by the Jigawa State Police Command for allegedly setting his elder brother Basiru Shuaibu's residence ablaze in Gwaram Local Government Area. The incident took place at approximately 11:30 p.m. on September 29, 2026, in Nassarawa village.
Ibrahim reportedly entered Shuaibu's room, poured petrol, and ignited it, causing serious burns to both Shuaibu and his wife. They were initially taken to a traditional medicine practitioner for treatment, but Shuaibu later succumbed to his injuries.
Following the incident, Ibrahim, who claimed to be of unsound mind, was apprehended in Sara town, Gwaram LGA. The case is under investigation at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Dutse, and Ibrahim has been arraigned in court for prosecution.
Commissioner of Police Tijjani Murtala urged the public to report any suspicious activities to the police.
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