CITIZENS COMPASS—A septuagenarian has allegedly killed his 45-year-old sister following a land dispute in Jigawa State.
The Jigawa State Police Command confirmed the incident on Friday.
The tragic incident occurred in Galadanchi Village, Dutse Local Government area of the State.
Spokesperson for the Command, Shi’isu Adam, in the statement said the incident occurred on July 1, 2025, at about 1530hrs.
According to the statement, “The Jigawa State Police Command is currently investigating a tragic case of culpable homicide that occurred on July 1, 2025, around 1530hrs in Galadanchi village, Dutse LGA,” SP Adam stated.
“The suspect, 70-year-old Adamu Yakubu, allegedly killed his 45-year-old sister, Hannatu Hashimu, over a land dispute stemming from family inheritance.
“The suspect allegedly stabbed his sister with a stick during a heated argument over the sharing of family inheritance land.
“The altercation began as a verbal disagreement but escalated into physical violence, resulting in the tragic death of Hannatu Hashimu.
“The deceased exited the house bitterly and fainted upon entering the matrimonial house, prompting relatives to rush her to Dutse General Hospital.
“Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead by the medical doctor on duty, leaving the family in mourning.
The Police statement highlighted that “the suspect was arrested and is currently in police custody, assisting with the ongoing investigation.”
“The Jigawa State Police Command has strongly condemned the incident and urged members of the public to seek peaceful and legal ways to resolve family and land-related disputes.
“The Command also expresses its condolences to the family of the deceased and assures the public that justice will be served.”
