A Nigerian correctional officer attached to the Burra Correctional Centre, Bauchi State, has allegedly mu*dered his colleague following a minor dispute over food.
Sources have reported that the incident took place on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, precisely at 2 p.m. in Burra, the town located in the Ningi Local Government Area of Bauchi State.
Witnesses claim that the individual who tragically lost their life in this incident was Aliyu Abubakar Chiroma. He was known by his colleagues and the facility’s community as a close friend and associate, Kabiru Abubakar.
The dispute emerged when Chiroma had brought his lunch. Kabiru, Chiroma’s ally, attempted to share the food against Chiroma’s wishes, sparking a heated argument that escalated into viol*ce.
“The duo exchanged words, which quickly escalated into a fight. Kabiru headbutted Aliyu (Chiroma), which caused him to fall to the ground. And the commotion attracted the attention of nearby people,” the source said.
The source added that Aliyu was rushed to Burra General Hospital where he was confirmed de*d despite efforts to save him
Chairman of Ningi Local government Council, Hon Nasiru Zakari, confirmed the incident in an interview with a Bauchi publication, WikkiTimes on Thursday.
“I received a report about this unfortunate incident at the Burra Correctional Center, where one officer was allegedly killed by a colleague over a disagreement during lunch,” Zakari said.
The Bauchi State Correctional Service Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Usman Tata, also confirmed that the incident but added that it occurred outside the Correctional facility
Ahmad noted that Chiroma, the deceased, hailed from Giade LGA, while the suspect, Kabiru Abubakar is from Dass LGA of the state. Both were posted to Burra Correctional Center.
He mentioned that the deceased’s body had been handed over to the family for burial, while the suspect remains in police custody for further investigation.
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