.as police arrest three suspects in connection with killing
By Our Reporter
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has reacted to the killing of a woman identified as Fatima Abubakar and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters of the Kano metropolis, describing it as senseless and unacceptable.
Atiku's reaction was contained in a statement on Sunday, saying that he was heartbroken by the tragedy and extended his condolences to the bereaved family and the affected community.
This was just as the former vice president questioned the effectiveness of current security measures, suggesting a disconnect between official directives and action on the ground.
“I am heartbroken by the gruesome killing of a mother and her six children in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano. This senseless violence against innocent Nigerians is unacceptable. My thoughts and prayers are with the grieving family and community.
“It is either the so-called marching orders to the security agencies are not being actioned or it is merely political talk,” Atiku said.
Atiku, therefore, charged security agencies to act decisively by swiftly apprehending those responsible for the killings and ensuring that justice is served.
He further called for an end to the cycle of violence in the country, stressing the need for improved safety and protection of lives.
“Security agencies are charged to swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice and for decisive actions to protect every Nigerian from such brutality.
"We must end the culture of violence and ensure safety for all,'" Atiku said.
The Kano State Police Command has arrested three principal suspects in connection with the killing.
The police command a statement issued on Sunday by its spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, saying that the arrests followed an intelligence-led operation carried out on the directive of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun.
The statement said the suspects were apprehended under the supervision of the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, during a sting operation that lasted between 10:00pm on January 17 and 4:00am on January 18, 2026.
The statement identified those arrested as Umar Auwalu, 23, of Sabuwar Gandu Quarters; Isyaku Yakubu, also known as Chebe, 40, of Sagagi Quarters; and Yakubu Abdulaziz, also known as Wawo, 21, of Sabon Gida Sharada Quarters.
Police said preliminary investigation revealed that Umar Auwalu, who was described as the leader of the group and a nephew to the deceased woman, confessed to his involvement in the crime, adding that he also allegedly admitted that the syndicate had been involved in other violent attacks in the state.
The police command disclosed that items recovered from the suspects included bloodstained clothes, two mobile phones belonging to the deceased, a cutlass, a club, some cash and other weapons believed to have been used during the attack.
The command said investigation into the case was ongoing, adding that the suspects would be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.
It commended the officers involved in the operation and also appreciated members of the public for their support and cooperation, assuring residents of its commitment to ensuring the safety of lives and property across the state.
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