The Kebbi State Police Command has taken into custody a 30-year-old man, Suleman Mamuda, over the alleged killing of his wife, Umaima Maidawa, 25, in Bayawa Village, Augie Local Government Area.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Bashir Usman, the tragic incident unfolded in the early hours of Monday, around 6:30 a.m.
Usman disclosed that Mamuda allegedly struck his wife with the wooden handle of a hoe, a blow that proved fatal and plunged the quiet community into mourning.
“The suspect fled the area after the incident but was later traced and arrested following police investigation and credible information received from members of the community.
“The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Umar Mohammed-Hadejia, has directed that the case to be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet investigation and prosecution,” Usman said.
The police spokesperson called on residents to be vigilant, promptly report suspicious incidents, and continue to work hand in glove with security agencies to keep the state peaceful, stressing that community cooperation remains the backbone of effective policing.
