The Jigawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 27-year-old man, Kabiru Nuhu, who allegedly set his 60-year-old father ablaze in Kazaure Local Government Area.
The spokesperson of the command, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, who confirmed the incident in a statement on April 5, 2026 said preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect, Kabiru Nuhu, poured petrol on his father’s body and set him ablaze.
According to the PPRO, the incident occurred on April 1, in Magama Quarters, Kazaure town.
“The Jigawa State Police Command has recorded a tragic and deeply disturbing incident that occurred in Kazaure Local Government Area, involving the alleged k!lling of a father by his biological son,” the statement read.
“On 1st April, 2026, at about 0630hrs, the Command received a report from Lokon Malamai, via Magama Quarters in Kazaure town, that a 60-year-old was engulfed by fire suspiciously ignited by an unknown person.
“On receipt of the report, the team of policemen responded promptly, and the victim was rushed to the nearest hospital.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that, on the same date at about 0600hrs, an unidentified person poured a reasonable quantity of a flammable item, suspected to be petrol, on the victim’s body and set him ablaze.
“In-depth surveillance and investigation led to the arrest of one Kabiru Nuhu ‘m’ age 27yrs of the same address, who happened to be the biological son of the victim with several fresh fire burns and wounds on his forehead, arms, and toes.
“The victim was later referred to the higher medical center for intensive treatment but sadly succumbed to injuries sustained while receiving treatment.
“The suspect is currently in custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Dutse, for discreet investigation and diligent prosecution.
“The Commissioner of Police, Jigawa State Command, CP Haruna Alaba Yahaya, psc, mnips, condemns in strong terms this heinous act and assures the public that justice will be served.
“He further calls on residents to seek peaceful means of resolving disputes and to report any signs of domestic violence or conflict to the nearest police station.
“The Command also urges members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with the police as investigations continue.
“Further developments will be communicated in due course.
