Tragedy struck in Jigawa state as a 20-year-old woman identified simply as Rukayyah Amadu, allegedly killed her co-wife named Asiyah Amadu, aged 30.
Jigawa woman allegedly kills co-wife
The Jigawa State Police Command arrested the suspect and disclosed that she poured hot water on her co-wife, which led to her death.
The command’s public relations officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, confirmed this incident in a statement made available to newsmen on Thursday, March 13, in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital.
He noted that the incident occurred on February 24, 2025, at Buju village, Dutse local government area, following a misunderstanding between the two women.
“Asiyah Amadu sustained severe burns and was rushed to Dutse General Hospital for treatment. Unfortunately, she was pronounced dead on March 4, 2025, at about 0900hrs,” said the police statement.
Police react as Jigawa woman kills co-wife
As reported by The Punch, police arrested Rukayyah Amadu, who allegedly confessed to the crime, and was transferred her case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for a discreet investigation.
Confirming the above development, SP Adam added;
“During interrogation, Rukayyah confessed to the crime. The police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.”
Note: We remind you that every person accused of any crime is considered innocent until proven guilty in accordance with the law.
