The Digest:
The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Kabiru Nuhu, for allegedly setting his 60-year-old father on fire in Kazaure Local Government Area. The incident occurred on April 1, 2026, at about 6:30 am in Magama Quarters, Kazaure town. Police spokesperson Shi'isu Adam said the suspect poured a suspected petroleum substance on the victim and set him ablaze. The father was rushed to the hospital but later died. The suspect also sustained burns and injuries.
Key Points:
- The suspect will face patricide charges, a serious capital offence.
- Domestic violence incidents are escalating to fatal levels.
- The motive behind the attack is still under investigation.
- The Commissioner of Police has called for peaceful dispute resolution.
- The case highlights the need for early intervention in family conflicts.
Sources: Daily Post Nigeria
