Tragedy in Kano: Man Arrested for Allegedly K!ll!ng Sister’s Boyfriend During Visit
A heartbreaking incident occurred in Kunya Village, located in Minjibir Local Government Area of Kano State, where a young man has been arrested for allegedly taking the life of his sister’s boyfriend. The shocking event has left residents in deep sorrow and raised fresh concerns about the increasing rate of violence in personal relationships.
According to a press statement released by the Kano State Police Command, a 25-year-old man identified as Mansur Umar was arrested on suspicion of killing Sulaiman Musa, who was also 25 years old. Both the alleged attacker and the victim hail from the same local government area.
How It Happened: A Visit Turned Deadly
The incident reportedly took place on the night of Friday, May 9, 2025, at around 9:30pm. According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the victim, Sulaiman Musa, had gone to visit his girlfriend, Fiddausi Umar, who happens to be Mansur Umar’s younger sister.
During the course of the visit, things took a tragic turn. The statement from the police says that Mansur Umar allegedly attacked Sulaiman Musa by striking him on the head with a stick. The blow caused a serious head injury, which left the young man unconscious.
After the attack, Sulaiman was immediately rushed to Kunya Cottage Hospital by concerned individuals. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later referred to the Murtala Muhammad Specialist Hospital in Kano for advanced medical attention. Unfortunately, despite all efforts by medical professionals, Sulaiman Musa was pronounced dead at exactly 12:50am on Saturday, May 10.
Police Response and Ongoing Investigation
In their official communication, the Kano State Police Command stated that the suspect, Mansur Umar, has since been arrested and is now in police custody. The case is currently under thorough investigation and is being handled by the Homicide Section of the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
The statement confirmed:
“The suspect has been taken into custody and the case is currently being handled by the Homicide Section of the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department.”
Commissioner of Police Reacts
Reacting to the tragic event, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, strongly condemned the act of violence. He called for calm within the community and encouraged the public to avoid taking the law into their own hands. He emphasized the importance of handling conflicts peacefully through dialogue and legal channels rather than resorting to violence.
In his words:
“We must all work together to ensure peace in our communities. No grievance or emotional reaction should lead to violence or the taking of another person’s life.”
The Commissioner also took the opportunity to remind citizens to always remain alert and report any suspicious behavior to the authorities. He urged the people of Kano State to join hands with law enforcement in the fight against crime and violence.
“We encourage residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as part of efforts to maintain law and order in the State.”
Community Reactions
The tragic killing has left the Kunya community in deep shock, especially those who knew both the suspect and the victim. Some residents expressed sadness that a romantic relationship could end in such a violent way. Others questioned why such a drastic action was taken rather than resolving any misunderstandings peacefully.
As investigations continue, many are hoping for justice for the late Sulaiman Musa while also reflecting on the need for better communication, emotional control, and conflict resolution among young people.
NaijaRush will continue to follow this story and bring you updates as the police carry out their investigation.
Let us all remember that violence is never the answer — and that love, family, and friendship should never become a reason for bloodshed.
