DRUNK BARBER ALLEGEDLY STABS MAN TO DEATH IN JIGAWA

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old barber, Emmanuel Olatonok, over the alleged killing of Ibrahim Shago, 32, following an argument in Dutse.

Police spokesperson SP Shiisu Lawan Adam said the incident occurred at about 5:45pm on Thursday, October 29, in the Rafin Sanyi area.

According to police, Olatonok, who reportedly worked at a hotel in Dutse, allegedly stabbed Shago in the neck with a knife. The command also alleged that the suspect was under the influence of alcohol.

Shago, a resident of Karnaya town, was rushed to hospital but was later confirmed dead by a doctor.

The incident sparked tension as some angry youths gathered and attempted to vandalise the hotel.

Adam said officers from Dutse Division intervened, restored calm and prevented further violence and damage.

The suspect remains in police custody while investigators work to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing.