Police arrest man for ‘beating wife to death over Ramadan food’ in Bauchi

The Bauchi police command says it has arrested a 50-year-old man for allegedly beating his wife to death in the Fadaman-Mada area of the state.

In a statement on Sunday, Ahmed Wakil, the police spokesperson, said the suspect hit the victim, who was his second wife, with a cane during a disagreement over food ingredients and fruits meant for breaking the Ramadan fast.

“Reports indicate that the argument escalated, leading to the husband allegedly striking his wife with a cane,” the statement reads.

“She reportedly collapsed and lost consciousness within their home.”

Wakil noted that the victim was rushed to a nearby hospital after she collapsed, but was confirmed dead by medical personnel on arrival.

The police spokesperson said the victim had been deposited into a nearby morgue, adding that the command has launched an investigation into the matter.

“Authorities rushed the victim to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where medical personnel pronounced her dead,” Wakil said.

“The command has launched a full investigation and has taken the suspect into custody.

“The police command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while holding perpetrators of criminal acts accountable.”