Mob Burns Islamic Teacher to Death in Kaduna Over Unverified Child Theft Allegation

By: Zagazola Makama

A horrific act of mob justice has shocked residents of Maraban Jos in Kaduna State after a woman identified as Malama Ummulkhairi was brutally killed and set ablaze by an enraged crowd over allegations of child theft that have not been substantiated.

The incident, which occurred on Saturday, has sparked outrage across the state and renewed concerns about the growing menace of jungle justice, lawlessness and the dangerous spread of mob violence fueled by rumours and misinformation.

According to accounts from family members and associates, the deceased, an Islamic teacher and mother of more than five children, had travelled from the New Maraban Jos area to attend an Islamic lecture reportedly organised at a local school in the old Maraban Jos axis.

Sources said she allegedly lost her way after being separated from some of her companions and sought directions from children in the neighbourhood. Shortly afterwards, some residents reportedly accused her of attempting to steal children, an allegation that witnesses and relatives insist was entirely baseless.

As tension escalated, a crowd gathered and the woman was reportedly taken to a nearby police station for her protection and investigation.

Family members who rushed to the station reportedly attempted to identify her and explain that she was a known Islamic teacher. Witnesses said efforts were also made to calm the situation and convince the crowd to allow security agencies to investigate the allegation.

However, events soon descended into chaos.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the Kaduna State Police Command confirmed that a large mob later stormed the police station, overwhelmed officers on duty and forcibly removed the woman from protective custody.

The mob subsequently killed her and set her body ablaze in what observers have described as one of the most barbaric acts of jungle justice witnessed in recent times.

The gruesome killing has left many residents struggling to comprehend how a human being could be murdered in such a savage manner without any established evidence of wrongdoing.

The tragedy has also raised troubling questions about public trust in the justice system and the increasing willingness of some citizens to resort to violence based solely on suspicion.

Reacting to the incident, the Kaduna State Police Command strongly condemned the attack.

The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, described the act as barbaric, criminal and a direct assault on the rule of law.

According to the statement, police officers had moved the woman into custody for her safety and to investigate the allegation against her before the mob attacked the station.

The command disclosed that several suspects had already been arrested while efforts were ongoing to apprehend others involved in the attack.

It assured that a comprehensive investigation had commenced and that all those responsible would face the full weight of the law.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, warned that the command would not tolerate jungle justice, mob violence or attacks on police formations and personnel.

He urged members of the public to report suspected criminal activities to law enforcement agencies and allow due process to take its course.

The killing has drawn widespread condemnation from community leaders, religious scholars and civil society groups, many of whom have described the incident as a stain on the conscience of society.

Beyond the tragic loss of a mother, teacher and community member, the incident represents a dangerous precedent where mere allegations can become a death sentence without investigation, evidence or trial.

Security stakeholders warned that when rumours become verdicts and mobs become judges, every innocent citizen becomes vulnerable.

The incident has reignited calls for authorities to ensure swift prosecution of all those involved, including anyone who participated in the attack, incited the violence or obstructed efforts to protect the victim.

Many residents insist that justice must not stop at condemnation.

They argue that those responsible must be identified, prosecuted and punished in accordance with the law to send a clear message that human life is sacred and that mob violence has no place in a civilized society.

Mob Burns Islamic Teacher to Death in Kaduna Over Unverified Child Theft Allegation

Ogun Police Arrest Robbery Suspect Over Alleged Impersonation and Attempted Disarmament of Soldier

By: Zagazola Makama

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a robbery suspect for alleged armed robbery, impersonation, and attempted disarmament of a military personnel along the Lusada Toll Gate axis.

According to a source, the incident occurred on 19 June 2026 at about 1730hrs, when a soldier, L/Cpl Fahad Nasir of the 192 Battalion, Owode, was alerted by a good Samaritan that six hoodlums on three unregistered motorcycles, wearing military caps, were attacking three civilians and dispossessing them of their mobile phones.

The victims were identified as Adedayo Akinpelu, Adeshina Habeeb, and Popoola Olawale, who were allegedly robbed of an iPhone 13 valued at N400,000 and an iPhone XR valued at N230,000.

The soldier reportedly moved to the scene in his military uniform and armed with a rifle, where he was allegedly attacked by the suspects, who attempted to disarm him. In the ensuing confrontation, the soldier shot one of the suspects, identified as Temilade Oluwaseun, in the leg, while others fled with the stolen items.

The injured suspect was subsequently taken to Pure Hospital for medical treatment.

The Command said preliminary investigation is ongoing, adding that the suspect will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department (SCIID), Abeokuta, upon completion of preliminary inquiry.

Ogun Police Arrest Robbery Suspect Over Alleged Impersonation and Attempted Disarmament of Soldier

Lagos Police Arrest Suspected Human Trafficker, Rescue Three Victims

By: Zagazola Makama

The Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 19-year-old suspect, Peter Anyebe, for alleged human trafficking and rescued three young women at the Benue Motor Park in Iyana-Ipaja.

According to sources, the arrest was made on 20 June 2026 at about 0200hrs following credible intelligence received earlier at about 0100hrs that a young man was seen with three female passengers suspected to be victims of trafficking.

Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where the suspect was arrested and the victims rescued unharmed. The victims were identified as John Enenu, 19; Loveth Solomon, 21; and Faith Sunday, 21.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly accompanied the victims from Ugbokpo Community in Benue State to Lagos with the intent of handing them over to another agent in Sango-Ota, Ogun State, who would reportedly facilitate their onward movement to Ghana.

The Command added that the suspect is currently in custody while efforts are ongoing to trace and reunite the victims with their families.

It said investigation into the case is ongoing.

Lagos Police Arrest Suspected Human Trafficker, Rescue Three Victims