Police Launch Probe As DPO Injured In Kano Unrest Dies

Kano State Police Command has confirmed the death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Rano Division (name withheld), following a violent attack due to the death of a detained youth.

Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Haruna Kiyawa, in a statement said the incident began on Sunday, May 25, when a motorcycle mechanic identified as Abdullahi Musa was arrested over allegations of reckless and dangerous riding.

“The suspect was taken into custody and later showed signs of weakness, prompting his being rushed to Rano General Hospital, where he unfortunately passed away on 26th May 2025, at about 06:00am, while receiving treatment,” the.PPRO said.

Police said following the incident, some miscreants mobilised and attacked the Rano Police Division, looting, setting parts of it and two vehicles ablaze.

Kiyawa said the rampaging youths also destroyex ten (10) other vehicles and seriously injured the DPO.

“The DPO was rushed to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, where he later died while receiving treatment. ” the statement read.

Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Bakori has visited the scene of the unrest and extended condolences to the Emir of Rano, Dr. Mohammed Isah Umar.

The CP said he had ordered a thorough and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding both the arrest and the mob violence.

“The Command commiserates with the family of the deceased DPO, who paid the supreme price in active service, and appeals to residents to remain calm and avoid taking the law into their hands,” the statement read.

The police further assured the public of their commitment to maintaining peace and order and called on citizens to cooperate fully with ongoing investigations.