Ibrahim Augustine Arrested for Stabbing Neighbor in Adamawa

Ibrahim Augustine, aged 28, has been arrested by the Adamawa State Police Command for allegedly stabbing his 21-year-old neighbor, Haggai Markus, to death during a disagreement over roasted meat. The incident occurred around 8pm on November 4, 2026, in Mararaban Vimtim, located in the Mubi North Local Government Area.

According to Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroji, the argument began over roasted meat taken from a butcher’s table and escalated into violence when Augustine allegedly used a knife to stab Markus in the chest. The police received a report of the incident at approximately 8:45pm from Markus Gabo, the victim's father.

Upon arrival, police operatives found Markus deceased in a pool of blood. A knife believed to be the weapon used in the attack was recovered, and Augustine was taken into custody.

The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and prosecution.