Man, 20, Arrested in Jigawa After Fatal Stabbing Over N500 Dispute

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in Jigawa State on suspicion of fatally stabbing a 25-year-old customer, according to police. The suspect, Lawisi Safiyanu, is accused of attacking Muhammad Abba after a dispute over a N500 balance from the purchase of a mobile phone. The incident took place at about 12:30 a.m. on Thursday, October 1, in Chamo village, Dutse Local Government Area. Police said Abba bought a mobile phone from the suspect for N1,500 but paid only N1,000, leaving N500 unpaid. The unpaid amount led to an argument that escalated, and Safiyanu allegedly stabbed Abba with a knife. Abba was rushed to Rashid Shekoni Teaching Hospital in Dutse for treatment, but he died while receiving care. Police Public Relations Officer SP Lawan Shiisu Adam confirmed the incident and said the suspect was arrested shortly afterward. Police also recovered the knife allegedly used in the attack as an exhibit. The command said its investigation has been completed and the suspect has been charged to court to face the law.