Son Arrested After Setting Father Ablaze in Jigawa

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A tragic incident unfolded in Kazaure, Jigawa State, when a man identified as Kabiru allegedly poured petrol on his father, Nuhu Bakanike, and ignited it in the early hours of Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The victim sustained severe burns and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Despite medical intervention, he later died from his injuries. Law enforcement sources report that Kabiru has been taken into custody and is undergoing further investigation. The community remains shocked as authorities work to uncover the motive behind this fatal attack.

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