KANO MAN ARRESTED FOR ASSAULTING MOTHER, ILLEGAL FIREARM POSSESSION

January 28, 2026January 29, 2026

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By Aishat Momoh. O.

The Kano State Police Command has arrested a 25-year-old man, Ididiong James, for allegedly assaulting his mother and unlawfully possessing a firearm.

The arrest followed a distress call received by officers of the Panshekara Division on Sunday, January 25, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m., police spokesperson Abdullahi Kiyawa stated.

“Police officers responded to a distress call and found that James was beating his mother at their residence in Panshekara Quarters,” Kiyawa said. The suspect reportedly fled upon the police’s arrival. However, his mother handed over a Beretta pistol and eight rounds of ammunition allegedly found in her son’s bag.

The mother expressed concern over her son’s behaviour, noting changes since his return from a New Year celebration.

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James was subsequently arrested and is currently in police custody.

Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Bakori commended the mother’s bravery and urged parents to monitor their children’s activities and report suspicious behaviour to authorities.

The Kano Police Command called on residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities via their emergency lines: 08032419754, 08123821575, and 09029292926.