Ex-local govt chairman stabbed to death in Bauchi

By Rauf Oyewole

The Bauchi State Police Command has said that a former chairman of Jama’are local government area of the state was stabbed to death in his apartment around Fadaman Mada.

A statement by the Command's Spokesman, CSP Ahmed Wakil stated that the operatives of the Command early Friday, 2nd of May 2025, at about 04:03 am received a distress call from a good samaritan concerning over an attack by a group of youths in the area, located behind government girls secondary school Bauchi.  

He said that “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 (ATBUTH) 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 03:00 am and subsequently conspired to assault Mr. Wabi. He sustained multiple stab wounds on the neck,” he explained.

He added that one of the suspects, Ajebo, was found unconscious at the scene, likely due to retaliatory action from an enraged individual. He said that the suspect was taken to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. 

“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, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu has visited the deceased house, extended condolences to the families affected by this tragic event, and assured them that the investigation will diligently pursue those responsible for this grievous act.”