Jigawa Police Arrest Barber for Alleged Murder of Man

The Jigawa State Police Command arrested 29-year-old barber Emmanuel Olatonok for allegedly stabbing 32-year-old Ibrahim Shago to death in Dutse metropolis. The incident occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2026, around 5:45 pm, following an argument between the two men.

Olatonok, who works at Moonlight Hotel in Rafin Sanyi, allegedly stabbed Shago in the neck with a knife. Reports indicate that Olatonok was under the influence of alcohol at the time.

Shago was rushed to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead by a medical doctor. Following the incident, some youths attempted to vandalize the hotel, prompting a swift response from police operatives from Dutse Division to control the situation and prevent further escalation.

Olatonok is currently in police custody, and a thorough investigation is ongoing. He will be charged in court upon completion of the investigation.

Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, condemned the violence and urged the public to seek lawful resolutions to grievances.