Police in Bauchi arrests 28-yr-old housewife for alleged killing of 20 years old co-housewife

Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 28-year old housewife, Fatimah Mohammed for allegedly killing her 20-year-old co-housewife, Hajara Isa.

The unfortunate incident was said to have occurred on Friday, February 28, 2025.

According to the Command PPRO, CSP Ahmed Wakili, “On March 3, 2025, at about 0800hrs, one Sale Isa of Anguwan Sarakuna area, Bauchi metropolis, reported the incident, raising suspicions regarding the circumstances surrounding Hajara’s passing.

He added that, “Family members have indicated that they believe her co-wife may have a role in the incident.”

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The PPRO added that, “In light of this information, Commissioner of Police Bauchi State Command, CP Auwal Musa Muhammad promptly assigned a specialized team of detectives from the C Divisional Police Headquarters, under the leadership of the DPO of the Division, to thoroughly investigate the case.”

“This effort has already resulted in the arrest of Fatima Mohammed, a 28-year-old co-wife to the deceased, who is currently in custody,” he added.

Ahmed Wakili added that, “Preliminary findings suggest that Fatima Mohammed is implicated in Hajara’s death. During her questioning, she reportedly admitted to have strangulated her to death, and thereafter attempted to conceal the crime by pouring boiled water on her and burning her body with a melting bagco sack.”

The PPRO stressed that, “The Bauchi State Police Command remains committed to ensuring that justice is served in this case. The investigation will be referred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to guarantee a thorough and impartial examination.”

By Yemi Kanji

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