The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Abbas Ibrahim, over the death of his elder brother, Basiru Shuaibu, in a fire incident in Gwaram Local Government Area of the state. The incident occurred on September 29, 2026, at about 11:30pm at Nassarawa village, Gwaram LGA. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, the suspect allegedly jumped into his elder brother’s residence, poured petrol inside his room and set it ablaze.
The fire left Basiru and his wife with serious burns. The victims were subsequently taken by relatives to a traditional medicine practitioner for treatment. However, Basiru later died from injuries sustained in the incident. The police said the suspect claimed to be of unsound mind. The motive behind the incident is still unclear, but the police have launched an investigation into the matter.
Following the incident, police operatives launched an investigation and arrested Abbas in Sara town, Gwaram LGA. The police said the case was subsequently transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Dutse, for further investigation. The suspect has since been arraigned in court for prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, urged residents to remain calm and refrain from taking the law into their own hands. He also advised members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities, threats and disputes to the police or other relevant security agencies.
The incident has sparked widespread concern in the community, with many calling for increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The police have assured the public that they are taking steps to prevent similar incidents and to bring perpetrators to justice.
The suspect's arrest has also raised questions about the prevalence of mental health issues in the community and the need for support services for those affected. The police have stated that they are working with local authorities to provide support to those affected by the incident.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and the need for residents to work together to prevent and report suspicious activities. The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
Key points
- A 27-year-old man, Abbas Ibrahim, has been arrested for allegedly setting his elder brother and brother's wife ablaze in a fire incident in Jigawa State.
- The incident occurred on September 29, 2026, at about 11:30pm at Nassarawa village, Gwaram LGA, and the suspect claimed to be of unsound mind.
- The Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, has urged residents to remain calm and to report suspicious activities to the police or other relevant security agencies.
