Suspect arrested for fatally stabbing man in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a suspect, James Gambo for the murder of one Faisal Usman. 

The spokesperson for the command, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, October 17, 2026.

According to the PPRO, the suspect allegedly had an altercation with the deceased during which he reportedly stabbed him in the neck, inflicting a deep injury.

Police operatives rushed the victim to to a hospital where he died while receiving treatment. 

“The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested one James Gambo in connection with the killing of Faisal Usman in Mubi South Local Government Area of the State,” the statement read. 

"On 21st October, 2026, the suspect allegedly had an altercation with the deceased at Wuro Jibril, Mubi South LGA, during which he reportedly stabbed him in the neck, inflicting a deep injury.

"Upon receiving the report, police operatives promptly mobilized to the scene and rushed the victim to a medical facility for medical attention.

"However, despite efforts to save his life, Faisal Usman died while receiving treatment.

“The suspect was subsequently arrested, tranfrred and is currently in Police custody, while investigation into the incident is ongoing.”

The Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, condemned all acts of violence and urges members of the public to embrace peaceful conflict resolution and refrain from taking the law into their own hands. 

He assures the family of the deceased and the general public that a thorough investigation will be conducted and that anyone found culpable will be brought to justice in accordance with the law.

The CP has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case for a thorough and discreet investigation to ensure that all circumstances surrounding the incident are established and justice is served.

The Command calls on members of the public to remain calm and cooperate with the Police by providing credible information that could assist the ongoing investigation.