Police authorities in Kano State have confirmed the arrest of four suspects linked to the gruesome murder of Abdullahi Umar Hafizi, a 300-level Sociology student of Bayero University, Kano (BUK). The tragic killing, which occurred late Monday night, has sparked outrage and grief across the academic community and beyond.
The incident took place around 11:00 p.m. on August 4, 2025, in the Tsamiyar Kuturu area of Gwale Local Government Area. According to a statement from the Kano State Police Command, Hafizi was ambushed and fatally stabbed by assailants allegedly attempting to steal his mobile phone.
Spokesperson of the command, Superintendent Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, disclosed that the breakthrough in the case came after an intense manhunt coordinated across multiple police units. Acting on the orders of Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, officers launched a 24-hour operation that swiftly led to the apprehension of the suspects.
Dangerous weapons, including cutlasses and scissors, were reportedly recovered during the arrest, further confirming the violent nature of the crime. Police sources revealed that the suspects are now in custody and are undergoing interrogation as the investigation continues.
Read also:
- SWAN Kano urges State of Emergency in sports sector, demands urgent government intervention
- Minister lays foundation for emerging technology institute in Bayero University, Kano
- Kano sets up committee to drive skills acquisition in tertiary institutions
In a public statement, the police extended their condolences to the bereaved family and commended the officers involved for their prompt response and relentless pursuit of justice. CP Bakori reassured residents that the command remains fully committed to safeguarding lives and rooting out violent criminals in Kano State.
The murder of Hafizi has drawn emotional reactions from fellow students and members of the Bayero University community, many of whom have taken to social media to mourn his death and demand justice. Hashtags like #JusticeForHafizi and #StopKanoKillings have started trending, amplifying calls for greater security, especially for students and young people in the city.
As investigations continue, the police have pledged to provide timely updates and to ensure that those responsible face the full weight of the law. The tragic killing of Hafizi adds to growing concerns over urban crime in Kano, and the pressure is now on law enforcement agencies to curb the rising tide of insecurity.
