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"DPO Gave Kaduna Mob My Wife to Kill" – Husband Alleges Police Complicity in Lynching

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A grieving Kaduna mechanic, Aliyu Muhammed, has accused the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Mararaban Jos of dragging his wife out of a police station and handing her over to an angry mob that lynched and burnt her alive, an explosive allegation that has prompted the Inspector General of Police to order a Force Criminal Investigation Department probe into the horrific killing.

The victim, Ummulkhairi Muhammed, a 35-year-old Islamic teacher and mother of four, was killed on June 21, 2026, in Mararaban Jos, Igabi Local Government Area of Kaduna State, when she was on her way to an Islamic school graduation and some children screamed “kidnapper” after she asked for directions, triggering a deadly chain of events.

Speaking in an emotional interview, Aliyu Muhammed, 42, recounted the events leading to his wife’s death, explaining that he had left for work that morning while his wife headed to an Islamiya school in a neighbouring community.

He said at exactly 11:21 am, he received a call from his wife’s phone, and a man told him that some women had accused her of attempting to traffic children, but stressed it was only an allegation that had not been confirmed, asking if he knew anyone who could quickly reach the location where she was being held.

Muhammed immediately contacted his friend, Suleiman, who rushed to the scene and later informed him that more than 300 people had gathered outside the house and that he had contacted the DPO to deploy officers so Muhammed’s wife could be safely taken to the police station.

While rushing back to Mararaban Jos with his elder brother, Muhammed saw smoke rising in the distance, and his second wife called him, crying, and told him they had killed her, but he was restrained from rushing to the scene by people who warned that the mob might kill him if they discovered he was her husband.

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The grieving husband made a damning allegation against the Divisional Police Officer, explaining that his elder sister was with his wife at the police station after she had been rescued.

While they were inside the station, the DPO entered and asked where the suspect was, and his sister replied that his wife was not a criminal.

The DPO then held his wife’s hand and started dragging her towards the station gate, with Muhammed recounting, “My sister asked where he was taking her and pleaded with him not to take her outside because the mob would kill her.

She tried to pull my wife back into the station, but another police officer allegedly struck her hand, allowing the DPO to drag her outside.”

He explained Once his wife was pushed outside by the DPO, the mob descended on her, beat her, placed her motorcycle on top of her, and set both her and the motorcycle ablaze, with another witness alleging that the DPO also removed her hijab before sending her out.

Since the incident, Muhammed said he has not been himself, stating, “I have been sick. I hardly sleep because I keep thinking about what happened and crying over the tragedy that has befallen my family.”

He now has four young children who have lost their mother, and he lamented, “What pains me most is that she was killed without being found guilty of any offence.” When asked how his children reacted, he said they were not at the scene and were not even aware of the incident until he returned home, recalling that “they only told me that their mother had said I would give them money to buy cooking oil.”

He added that while he was at home, some women from the community came because they heard that his wife had been taken to the police station, and as they were asking him questions, he broke down in tears and told them that she had been killed, which was when his children first heard that their mother was dead.

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The Kaduna State Police Command initially condemned the killing, describing it as “barbaric, criminal and a direct assault on the rule of law,” with police spokesperson DSP Mansir Hassan stating that the DPO had rescued the woman from an initial mob attack and moved her to the station for safety.

However, the police official account claims that “hundreds of people stormed and surrounded the police station, overpowered officers on duty, forcibly removed the woman from custody, killed her, and burned her body.”

The police have confirmed the arrest and arraignment of 24 suspects in connection with the killing on charges including criminal conspiracy, inciting public disturbance, mischief, destruction of police property, and culpable homicide.

Following a petition by human rights lawyer Hamza Dantani, the Inspector General of Police, Olatunji Disu, directed the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) to investigate the allegations against the DPO and other officers involved.

Amnesty International Nigeria also condemned the killing and called for a thorough investigation, stating that eyewitnesses alleged officers on duty brought the victim out of the station and handed her to the crowd, with the rights organisation describing the incident as a “clear indication of the failure of law enforcement.”

Muhammed said the tragedy has devastated his family and left him unable to sleep or function properly, and he demanded that the DPO be thoroughly investigated, asking, “Why did he drag my wife outside and hand her over to the mob after she had already been rescued and taken to the police station?”

He also urged the public to avoid jungle justice and allow due process to prevail, questioning, “Even if my wife had been guilty of the allegation against her, does the law permit a police officer to drag her outside and allow a mob to kill her?” Muhammed also requested that the Mararaban Jos Bridge be renamed in his wife’s honour to preserve her memory.

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Panic as CNG Bus Explodes on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, 17 Rescued, One Severely Burnt

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Panic as CNG Bus Explodes on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, 17 Rescued, One Severely Burnt

Seventeen people have been rescued after a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)-powered commercial bus exploded and burst into flames along the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, leaving one passenger with severe burn injuries.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Berger Bus Stop, along the Lagos-bound section of the expressway, triggering panic among commuters and other motorists.

According to the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), the vehicle was a fully loaded Toyota Hiace bus with registration number EKY 798 YK.

The bus, carrying 18 occupants, including the driver, was travelling from the Mowe-Ibafo axis towards Lagos when it reportedly caught fire following a gas explosion.

LASTMA officials who responded to the emergency rescued 17 occupants, including the driver, without injuries.

However, one male passenger seated at the rear of the vehicle sustained severe burns in the incident.

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The injured passenger was evacuated by LASTMA personnel and taken to the Lagos State Trauma and Emergency Centre, Toll Gate, for urgent medical treatment.

The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service also responded to the incident, deploying firefighting equipment to extinguish the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to other vehicles and nearby areas.

Police officers from the Ojodu Police Division provided security at the scene, maintained order and supported the emergency response.

Commending the emergency responders, LASTMA General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, praised the agency’s personnel for their swift intervention, courage and professionalism, which helped save the lives of 17 occupants.

He also acknowledged the cooperation between LASTMA, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and the Nigeria Police Force during the rescue operation.

Bakare-Oki urged commercial transport operators, particularly those using CNG-powered vehicles, to prioritise regular professional inspections and proper vehicle maintenance.

He emphasised the need to comply with prescribed safety standards, especially those relating to gas storage systems and fuel delivery components, to reduce the risk of explosions and other fire-related emergencies.

The incident has renewed concerns about the safety of CNG-powered commercial vehicles and the need for strict adherence to maintenance requirements as Nigeria increasingly promotes natural gas as an alternative fuel for transportation.

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Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism Suspicions, Recover AK-47 in Sokoto

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Troops Arrest Father, Son Over Terrorism Suspicions, Recover AK-47 in Sokoto

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested a father and his son over suspected links to terrorist activities in Bauni Forest, Tangaza Local Government Area of Sokoto State, recovering an AK-47 rifle, ammunition and other items during the operation.

The suspects, identified as Muhammadu Ali and his son, Umaru Ali, were arrested at about 12:47 a.m. on Wednesday, November 11, during a coordinated security operation in the forest.

The operation involved troops of the 248 Battalion, supported by French Special Forces and the tactical team of the National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC) under the Office of the National Security Adviser.

Security sources said the two suspects were allegedly linked to terrorist groups operating in the area. However, the nature and extent of their alleged involvement have yet to be established, as investigations are ongoing.

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Items recovered from the suspects included an AK-47 rifle, a magazine containing three rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition and the sum of ₦9,760 in cash.

Troops also recovered three motorcycle tubes during the operation.

Following their arrest, Muhammadu Ali and his son were transferred to the 8 Military Intelligence Battalion for further investigation.

The arrests form part of ongoing military efforts to track down suspected terrorist elements and disrupt their activities in Sokoto State and other parts of the North-West.

The investigation is expected to establish the suspects’ alleged connections, identify any possible accomplices and determine whether they played any role in terrorist activities in the area.

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Agunbiade Celebrates Oyo Grand Chief Imam Akeugberu at One, Says His Impact Equals a Decade

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Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Fadilatul Sheikh Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu

Agunbiade Celebrates Oyo Grand Chief Imam Akeugberu at One, Says His Impact Equals a Decade

A prominent member of the Oyo State Muslim Community (MUSCOYS), Mallam Ibrahim Agunbiade, has congratulated the Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Fadilatul Sheikh Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, on his first anniversary in office, describing his leadership as a period of remarkable achievements and far-reaching influence.

Agunbiade said the Muslim cleric had made an impact within just 12 months that could ordinarily take a decade to achieve, citing his efforts to promote unity, strengthen relationships with Islamic institutions and expand the influence of the Muslim community in Oyo State and beyond.

The Grand Chief Imam marked his first anniversary on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.

In a congratulatory message made available to journalists, Agunbiade said the milestone offered an opportunity to reflect on the achievements and contributions of a religious leader whose emergence, according to him, had renewed hope and confidence among Muslims in Oyo Land.

He stressed that the anniversary was more than a celebration of one year in office, describing it as a recognition of purposeful leadership, institutional engagement and efforts to advance the interests of the Muslim Ummah.

Agunbiade recalled that Sheikh Akeugberu’s emergence as Grand Chief Imam had raised expectations among Muslims who wanted a leader capable of providing direction, strengthening unity and promoting the collective interests of the community.

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He said the cleric began demonstrating his leadership capacity shortly after assuming office, particularly through engagements with prominent Islamic authorities and respected Muslim institutions.

One of the early developments he highlighted was the reception accorded the Grand Chief Imam by the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, CFR, mni, within the first month of his emergence.

Agunbiade described the meeting as an indication of the recognition and acceptance enjoyed by the Oyo Muslim leader within the wider Nigerian Muslim community.

He added that Sheikh Akeugberu’s engagements had since extended beyond Oyo State, strengthening his relevance across the Southwest and the wider Nigerian Muslim Ummah.

The MUSCOYS member described the Grand Chief Imam as a man of honour, dignity, wisdom and exceptional leadership qualities, noting that religious leadership required more than occupying an influential position.

According to him, the office demands humility, inclusiveness, courage, selfless service and a genuine commitment to the welfare and unity of the faithful.

He particularly praised Sheikh Akeugberu’s ability to engage Muslims across different ideological orientations, saying the responsibility of a Grand Chief Imam was to unite the community rather than deepen divisions.

Agunbiade said the cleric had demonstrated the importance of building bridges, fostering mutual understanding and providing direction for Muslims with different perspectives and affiliations.

“The Grand Chief Imam is a man whose emergence many Muslims had anticipated with great expectations. Alhamdulillah, barely one year into his administration, his impact has given renewed meaning to those expectations,” he said.

He added that the first year of the cleric’s leadership had demonstrated what could be achieved when experience, wisdom, influence and commitment to the Muslim Ummah were combined.

Agunbiade urged Muslims in Oyo Land and beyond to continue supporting the Grand Chief Imam, offering prayers for him and cooperating with his leadership.

He said the continued progress of the Muslim community depended on collective responsibility, mutual understanding and the willingness of stakeholders to work together for the common good.

The congratulatory message also included prayers for the cleric’s good health, wisdom, strength, sincerity and divine protection as he continues to discharge the responsibilities of his office.

Agunbiade expressed the hope that the remaining years of Sheikh Akeugberu’s tenure would bring greater unity, spiritual advancement and institutional development, while strengthening the recognition of Muslims in Oyo Land, the Southwest and Nigeria.

He prayed that Almighty Allah would preserve the Grand Chief Imam, increase him in knowledge and wisdom, protect him from distractions and enable him to serve Islam and humanity with sincerity.

He also expressed the hope that the cleric’s future years in office would build on the achievements of his first year and bring lasting benefits to the Muslim Ummah.

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