A newlywed woman, Saudat Jibrin Adam, has been arrested for allegedly kill!ng her husband, Salisu Idris Ibrahim, just nine days after their wedding in the Farawa community of Kumbotso Local Government Area, Kano State.

The tragic incident, which occurred late Monday night, has shocked residents of the area.

According to eyewitnesses, Saudat allegedly asked her husband to close his eyes for a “surprise” before fatally slitti!ng his throat with a knife.

A neighbour, Dini Mada, who was one of the first to arrive at the scene, disclosed that Salisu named his wife as the attacker before succumbing to his injuries at the hospital.

“I asked him who did this to you, and he said, ‘Dini, it’s my wife. She stabbed me in the neck in the parlour.

“She told him to close my eyes for a surprise, not knowing she had hidden a knife,” Dini recalled.

He added that Salisu’s mother, whose home is attached to the couple’s residence, alerted him moments after hearing a disturbance.

“She thought it was an external attack, but we found Salisu bleeding with his throat slit.”

The suspect reportedly locked herself in a bedroom after the attack and was discovered by police during a search of the premises.

“She was on the phone when police entered and arrested her.

“We didn’t even know she was still in the house,” Dini added.

Sources close to the deceased claimed that the couple had unresolved marital issues.

Despite displaying affection during their courtship, the suspect allegedly refused to consummate the marriage and frequently declined to cook for her husband.

“That night, Salisu bought gurasa and meat for dinner because she again refused to cook,” one friend said.

Neighbours described the suspect as appearing “normal” and often accompanying her husband to visit family nearby, which made the attack even more shocking.

Family members confirmed that Salisu was rushed to the hospital but later died from his injuries.

His brother, Tanimu Idris, said he has been buried according to Islamic rites.

As of the time of this report, the Kano State Police Command has yet to issue an official statement.

Spokesperson SP Abdullahi Kiyawa said the command is investigating the matter.

From Ibraheem Abdu

A group under the auspices Rural Health Mission Nigerian, has distributed cash assistance to and agro-inputs to over 130 indigents in Nangere local government of Yobe state as part of the group’s citizens development initiative move to encourage self-reliance among communities.

Speaking during the venet, team lead of the group Muhammad Ahmad Saddiq stated that the group with head office in Gombe State is in Yobe state to render assistance and also to encourage people to self reliant.

He added that those that benefited from the support included 50 pregnant women that were given N40,000 each and maternity delivery kits were also given to them free adding that 15 people with special needs had received N50,000 each.

He further revealed that 15 elderly people were also given N50,000 each as part of the group’s assistance..

Similarly, the royal father of the day during the event that took place at Sabon Garin Nangere., His Royal Highness, the Emir of Tikau, Alhaji Abubakar Muhammad Ibn Grema while presiding over the distribution of the farm input to 35 farmer surged all beneficiaries to make good use of what they have received. He also commended the group for finding it worthy to assist the indigents in the area. The inputs distributed include fertilizer, spraying machines, liquid fertilizer, millet seeds, sorghum, and pest control among others.

A delegation of European Union (EU) representatives, led by the EU Ambassador to Nigeria, His Excellency Gautier Mignot, paid a courtesy visit to His Eminence, Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar at his palace in Sokoto. The visit was aimed at fostering diplomatic ties and introducing the EU team to one of Nigeria’s most revered traditional institutions.

Speaking during the visit, Ambassador Mignot emphasized the importance of engaging with esteemed leaders and institutions in Nigeria, stating, *”We are here to introduce ourselves to one of the most respected traditional institutions in the country.”* He expressed the EU’s commitment to strengthening collaboration with local communities through humanitarian and developmental programs.

One of the key highlights of the visit was the delegation’s announcement of a new EU-backed initiative targeted at supporting vulnerable children and disadvantaged individuals in Nigeria. Ambassador Mignot elaborated on the program’s focus, saying, “Our mission here includes the launch of a program specifically designed to provide aid to children and the less privileged, with a particular focus on Sokoto, the seat of the caliphate.”* The initiative aims to enhance welfare services and promote social development in the region.

The EU ambassador also reassured the Sultan of the delegation’s dedication to ensuring the success of its mission, pledging unwavering support and cooperation. “We are committed to working closely with relevant stakeholders to make this program a success,” he stated.

In his response, Sultan Sa’ad Abubakar warmly welcomed the EU team, acknowledging the significance of their visit. He expressed his willingness to support their humanitarian objectives, stating, *”We fully appreciate this gesture and assure you of our unflinching support in realizing these noble goals.”* The Sultan further emphasized the need for collaboration among all societal groups to achieve maximum success, regardless of religious or ethnic backgrounds.

The visit also saw the presence of several esteemed council members accompanying the Sultan, including Wazirin Sokoto, Professor Sambo Wali Junaidu; Magajin Rafi, Barrister Rilwanu Bello; Galadiman Gari, Alhaji Aliyu Attahiru Galadanci; and Sa’in Kilgori, District Head of Kilgori, Alhaji Muhammad Jabbi Kilgori. Also in attendance were the Council Secretary, Damburan Alhaji Sa’idu Maccido, and the Director of Personnel Management of the Council, Wambai Ahmed Abdulkadir, among others.

The meeting underscored the significance of international partnerships in driving humanitarian efforts and fostering development within Nigeria. The EU delegation, alongside local authorities, expressed optimism that the newly launched initiative would yield substantial benefits for vulnerable communities in Sokoto and beyond.