The Kano Police Command has arraigned 29 suspects in connection with the gruesome murder of the Rano Divisional Police Officer (DPO), CSP Baba Ali, and has formally charged 14 prime suspects with culpable homicide.
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According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the 14 individuals face charges that include culpable homicide, criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance, mischief by fire, criminal trespass, and causing grievous hurt with theft.
“Following a thorough investigation, the Command arraigned a total of 29 suspects before Magistrate Court Number 20, Nomansland, Kano, in connection with the incident,” SP Kiyawa stated.
The 14 prime suspects named by the Police Command are Bala Yusuf, Bala Mohammed, Abdulrashid Ibrahim, Abdullahi Salisu Kere, Sadiq Buhari, Yunusa Adamu, Musa Minkaila, Mamuda Mohammed, Ismail Mamuda, Usman Shu’aibu, Musa Hassan Black, Abdulrashid Munkail, Umar Ado Nadada, and Sabitu Abubakar. All are residents of Rano Local Government Area, Kano State.
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Details of the incident indicate that CSP Baba Ali was killed during a violent confrontation in Rano two weeks ago, which also resulted in damage to public and private properties. SP Kiyawa explained that the suspects allegedly participated in an organized attack that led to the DPO’s death and subsequent arson of several buildings.
“In addition to the 14 prime suspects, 15 others were charged with offences relating to criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance, and mischief by fire,” he added.
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The Kano State Police Command has appealed to residents to remain calm and refrain from taking the law into their own hands, emphasizing that the investigation is ongoing and that justice will be served. The arraignment took place at the Magistrate Court, where the 14 have been remanded in custody, while the remaining 15 suspects were granted bail on strict conditions.
Community leaders in Rano have expressed both shock and relief over the swift action by the police. Many residents had feared a breakdown of law and order after the DPO’s killing. Security analysts say the coordinated arrests and prompt court arraignments are crucial to deterring similar violent outbreaks targeting law enforcement personnel.
The Kano Police Command continues to gather more evidence and has urged anyone with additional information to come forward. Court proceedings for the 14 charged with culpable homicide are expected to commence in early July 2025. Meanwhile, the public remains on edge as families of CSP Baba Ali seek closure and justice for the slain officer.
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