The trial of suspects linked to the killing of a housewife and her six children at Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters in Kano State will soon commence.
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This follows the state government’s announcement that it would take over the prosecution of the case after widespread public outrage over the tragic incident.
The suspects allegedly broke into the residence of Haruna Bashir, killing his wife, Fatima Abubakar, and her six children.
Three suspects — Umar Auwalu, 23; Isyaku Yakubu (also known as Chebe), 40; and Yakubu Abdulaziz (also known as Wawo), 21 — were subsequently arrested in connection with the crime.
Speaking at a press conference on Monday, the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Maude, SAN, said the decision to assume control of the case was based on the directive of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf to ensure accountability and justice for the victims.
Maude described the killings, which occurred last week in the Dorayi Chiranchi area of the Kumbotso Local Government Area, as a shocking and grave violation of the law.
“This heinous and inhuman act is a grave affront to humanity and the rule of law. On the directive of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf, my office will take over the prosecution of this case to ensure that justice is not only done but seen to be done,” he said.
According to preliminary findings, the assailants allegedly broke into the residence in the late morning hours on Saturday.
It was gathered that the woman attempted to raise an alarm and contact relatives, but the attackers carried out the killings before help could arrive.
Some of the children were said to have returned from school shortly before the incident, while one of the victims was reportedly not her biological child.
The matter was initially reported at the Dorayi Divisional Police Office and later transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for detailed investigation, which led to the arrest of suspects.
The Attorney General commended the Kano State Police Command for what he described as a swift and professional response that resulted in the arrests.
He assured residents that the state government would ensure transparency, accountability and strict adherence to due process throughout the prosecution, adding that the Ministry of Justice would diligently pursue the case.
Maude also appealed to the public to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding, while continuing to support security agencies with credible information that could aid ongoing investigations.
He said the government would keep the public informed as the case progresses, stressing that anyone found culpable would face the full weight of the law.
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