Barber allegedly stabs man to death in Jigawa

Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old barber, Emmanuel Olatonok, for allegedly stabbing a 32-year-old man, Ibrahim Shago, to death following an argument in Dutse metropolis.

‎The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday.

‎He said the incident occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at about 5:45 pm in the Rafin Sanyi area of Dutse Local Government Area.

‎He said the suspect, who works as a barber at a hotel in Rafin Sanyi, allegedly stabbed the victim in the neck with a knife following a disagreement.

‎According to him, the suspect was also alleged to have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.

‎”The victim was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention, where he was subsequently pronounced dead by a medical doctor,” he said.

‎The police spokesperson explained that the incident sparked tension in the area as some angry youths gathered at the scene and attempted to vandalise the hotel.

‎He said police operatives from Dutse Division quickly intervened and brought the situation under control, preventing further violence and destruction of property.

‎Adam confirmed that the suspect is currently in police custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

‎He added that the suspect would be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.

‎Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, condemned the use of violence in resolving disputes.

‎He urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, warning against taking the law into their own hands.

‎The commissioner also advised members of the public to report grievances to the appropriate authorities rather than resorting to violence.

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