A family dispute has taken a dramatic turn in Kano State after a man, Muhammad Shaddadu, accused his father of selling his house while he was serving time in prison.

The case, which came before a Shari’a Court sitting in Danbare, unfolded when Muhammad claimed that his father, Malam Shaddadu, sold his property believing he would never return home. According to him, the trouble began after criminals attacked and killed one of his half-brothers, stealing a tricycle their father had bought for them.

Muhammad alleged that his father wrongfully blamed him for the incident, leading to his arrest and imprisonment. He told the court that he was later cleared of all charges, only to discover upon his release that his house had been sold by his own father.

In response, Malam Shaddadu denied the allegations and pleaded not guilty, maintaining that he had done nothing wrong.

Presiding Judge, Malam Munzali Idris Gwadabe, described the issue as a domestic family matter. He referred the case to the Court of Arbitration, urging both father and son to seek reconciliation rather than further conflict.

The matter has since sparked discussions about family trust and property rights, highlighting how strained relationships can deepen when misunderstandings and tragedy collide.