The operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested a 50-year-old businessman for allegedly killing his wife over Ramadan food in the state.
The command’s spokesperson, CSP Ahmed Wakil, confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday, March 2, 2025.
Wakil said the man was arrested for alleged culpable homicide following a fatal domestic dispute with his 24-year-old second wife.
Wakil disclosed that the incident occurred during a disagreement over food ingredients and fruits meant for breaking the Ramadan fast in the Fadaman-Mada area of Bauchi.
He stated: “Reports indicate that the argument escalated, leading to the husband allegedly striking his wife with a cane.
“She reportedly collapsed and lost consciousness within their home.
“Authorities rushed the victim to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where medical personnel pronounced her dead.
“The Command has launched a full investigation and has taken the suspect into custody.”
Wakil added that the cane allegedly used in the assault had been recovered as evidence, while the deceased had been deposited in the mortuary pending an autopsy.
He said the Bauchi State Commissioner of Police, Auwal Musa, reassured the public of the command’s dedication to justice, emphasising that domestic violence was a grave offence with serious consequences.
“The Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while holding perpetrators of criminal acts accountable,” the police spokesperson stated.
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