Man Arrested Over Alleged Killing Of 21-Year-Old In Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 28-year-old man, Ibrahim Augustine, of Mararaban Vimtim, Mubi North Local Government Area, in connection with the alleged killing of a 21-year-old man, Haggai Markus, in the same community.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, confirmed the incident to LEADERSHIP.

He said the incident occurred on 4 November 2026, following a reported misunderstanding between the suspect and the deceased over roasted meat taken from a butcher’s table at Mararaban Vimtim.

According to him, the suspect allegedly used a knife to stab the victim in the chest during the altercation.

Nguroje said the incident was reported to the police the same day by the deceased’s father, Markus Gabo.

“Upon receipt of the report, operatives attached to Mubi North Division promptly visited the scene and found the lifeless body of the victim in a pool of blood.

“One sharp knife was recovered as an exhibit, while the suspect was apprehended and taken into custody.

“Photographs of the scene were taken.

“The corpse was evacuated to the Federal Medical Centre, Mubi, where a medical doctor confirmed the victim dead.

“The suspect and the case diary will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet investigation and prosecution,” he said.

The police spokesman added that the Commissioner of Police, Kabir Umar Hassan, had commiserated with the deceased’s family and assured the public that justice would be served.

He also urged members of the public to resolve disputes peacefully and report disagreements to the police rather than resort to violence.