Police arrest 35-year-old woman for killing husband over food
A 35-year-old woman, Hadiza Mamuda, allegedly killed her husband in a domestic dispute over food in Garin Abba village, Fika Local Government Area of Yobe State.
According to reports, the argument escalated, and Hadiza struck her husband with a wooden object, resulting in his death.
The Yobe State Police Command confirmed the incident on Wednesday through its Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, in a statement issued to the press.
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“Investigation is underway, and the suspect will be arraigned in court subsequently.
“The statement noted that the victim, a polygamous man with two wives and five children (including the accused), has left behind a bereaved family.
The State Commissioner of Police, Emmanuel Ado, in the statement, emphasised the need for community intervention initiatives to address domestic violence and abuse.
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He urged religious leaders to intensify sensitization campaigns on the dangers of physical violence in marital affairs. “The Command remains committed to maintaining security and safety for all citizens”, he said.
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