Jigawa Police arrest man for alleged fatal house fire

The Jigawa State Police Command has arrested 27-year-old Abbas Ibrahim in connection with the death of his elder brother, Basiru Shuaibu. The incident occurred in Nassarawa village within the Gwaram Local Government Area following an alleged fire attack at a residence.

According to police reports, Ibrahim allegedly entered his brother's home, poured petrol inside the room, and set the building on fire. Both Shuaibu and his wife sustained serious burns during the incident and were taken for medical treatment; however, Shuaibu later died from his injuries.

The suspect was apprehended in Sara town. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Dutse for further inquiry. While Ibrahim has claimed to be of unsound mind, authorities stated that this claim will be professionally examined during the judicial process to determine criminal responsibility.