POLICE ARREST BROTHER IN CONNECTION WITH MURDER OF COUPLE IN JEGA LGA





The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested Idrisu Musa, 25, in connection with the murder of his elder brother Muhammed Haruna, and his wife Habiba Muhammed.

The couple was attacked with a cutlass while asleep at about 0515 hours on 9th May 2026 in Asarara Village, Kimba District, Jega Local Government Area. Both died from their injuries.

Substantial and implicating evidence has been recovered linking the suspect to the crime. The suspect had reportedly intimidated the couple with a cutlass on several prior occasions.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Umar M. Hadejia, has directed that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. The Command assures the public that justice will be pursued diligently.


SP BASHIR USMAN, anipr, anisma
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
KEBBI STATE COMMAND
9TH MAY 2026

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