Son arrested over alleged murder of own father
The Police in Bauchi State have arrested a 24 year old man alleged to have conspired with two others to kill his own father.
The incident occurred on May 2, 2025, the police said in a statement by the Command spokesman, CSP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil.
The deceased, a former Chairman of Jama’are Local Government Area was found with several wounds at his residence in Fadaman Mada area of Bauchi when the police responded to a distress call at about 0403 hours.
“In response, a dedicated team of officers was dispatched to the scene. They found Mr Isa Muhammad Wabi, a 66-year-old former Chairman of Jama’are LGA, in critical condition due to injuries sustained in the attack.
“He was promptly evacuated to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital Bauchi for urgent medical attention.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances of his son, Abdulgafar Isa Mohammed, aged 24.
“The investigation suggests that Ahmad Abdulkadir, also known as Abba, and Faruk Malami, referred to as Ajebo, had entered the home around 0300 hours and subsequently conspired to assault Mr. Wabi. He sustained multiple stab wounds to the neck,” the police said in the statement.
According to the police, one of the suspects, Ajebo, found unconscious at the scene later died in hospital.
“Abdulgafar Isa Mohammed has been taken into custody for questioning and has cooperated, providing valuable information to the authorities.
“The command is conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances of this unfortunate incident and ensure that all responsible parties are brought to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu has visited the deceased family, extended condolences to them, and assured that the investigation will diligently pursue those responsible for this grievous act.
