23-Year-Old Man Arrested for Stabbing Childhood Friend to Death Over ‘Pure Water’ Dispute During Ablution in Niger State

The Niger State Police Command has arrested a 23-year-old man, Abdulazeez Abubakar, for allegedly stabbing his childhood friend, 20-year-old Sadiq Sani, to death following a disagreement over sachet water meant for ablution ahead of Maghrib prayer in Minna. The incident occurred in the Dutsen-Kura-Hausa area, where a minor argument reportedly escalated into a violent confrontation. Despite rescue efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries. Police confirmed the suspect is in custody and has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department as investigations continue, while the community mourns the tragic loss.