Jigawa State Police Command has arrested a 29-year-old barber, Emmanuel Olatonok, for allegedly stabbing a 32-year-old man, Ibrahim Shago, to death following an argument in Dutse metropolis.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday.
He said the incident occurred on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at about 5:45 pm in the Rafin Sanyi area of Dutse Local Government Area.
He said the suspect, who works as a barber at a hotel in Rafin Sanyi, allegedly stabbed the victim in the neck with a knife following a disagreement.
According to him, the suspect was also alleged to have been under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
”The victim was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention, where he was subsequently pronounced dead by a medical doctor,” he said.
The police spokesperson explained that the incident sparked tension in the area as some angry youths gathered at the scene and attempted to vandalise the hotel.
He said police operatives from Dutse Division quickly intervened and brought the situation under control, preventing further violence and destruction of property.
Adam confirmed that the suspect is currently in police custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He added that the suspect would be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, condemned the use of violence in resolving disputes.
He urged residents to remain calm and law-abiding, warning against taking the law into their own hands.
The commissioner also advised members of the public to report grievances to the appropriate authorities rather than resorting to violence.
Barber allegedly stabs man to death in Jigawa
