An 18-year-old woman, Saudat Jibril, has been arrested by the Kano State Police Command for allegedly killing her husband, Salisu Idris, in the early hours of Tuesday.
The incident, which took place in Farawa Quarters, involved the use of a sharp knife, with the victim sustaining fatal injuries to the throat.
The Kano State Police Command confirmed the incident in a press release issued on Tuesday afternoon, stating that the suspect is now in custody and will face charges of culpable homicide.
According to the Command, the incident occurred around 12:35 a.m. on May 6, 2025. The victim, 30-year-old Salisu Idris, was rushed to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital following the attack but was declared dead by medical personnel. (Channels)
