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Police arrest three over Kogi teacher’s death
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Police arrest three over Kogi teacher’s death

From Vanguard · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

News Official statement Outcome reported
  • Police in Kogi State, Nigeria, have arrested three suspects in connection with the death of a school staff member.
  • The victim, Mariam Usman, died on June 25, 2026, after allegedly being assaulted multiple times following disciplinary action against a student.
  • The police have concluded their investigation and will prosecute the suspects for culpable homicide, urging residents to resolve disputes lawfully.

Police in Nigeria's Kogi State have concluded an investigation into the death of Mariam Usman, a staff member at Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School. Three suspects have been arrested and will face prosecution for alleged culpable homicide.

Investigations revealed that the first attack occurred on June 17 when Abdullahi Isiaka allegedly assaulted the deceased at her residence over disciplinary measures she meted out to his 11-year-old son during school hours.

— Kogi Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza AfusatDetailing the sequence of alleged assaults leading to the victim's death.

Usman died on June 25, 2026, several days after she was reportedly assaulted on three separate occasions. The attacks were allegedly linked to disciplinary action she took against an 11-year-old student. According to police, the first assault occurred on June 17 when Abdullahi Isiaka allegedly attacked Usman at her home.

The deceased was allegedly attacked again later the same day by Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo while she was on her way to a mosque for prayers.

— Kogi Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza AfusatDetailing the sequence of alleged assaults leading to the victim's death.

Later that same day, Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo reportedly attacked Usman again as she was on her way to a mosque. The following day, Ojonojima Mary, identified as Ramatu's sister, allegedly assaulted Usman at her workplace within the school. Usman received initial treatment at Grace Clinic before being referred to Eleojo Clinic, where she later died from her injuries.

The investigation further revealed that on June 18, Ojonojima Mary, said to be the younger sister of Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, allegedly stormed Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School in Ugbamaka and assaulted the victim at her workplace.

— Kogi Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza AfusatDetailing the sequence of alleged assaults leading to the victim's death.

The Kogi State Police Command stated that its investigation established a prima facie case of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide against the three suspects. Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, confirmed the arrests and stated the suspects would be arraigned in court. The Commissioner of Police, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, commended the detectives and reiterated the command's commitment to justice, while advising residents to pursue lawful dispute resolution and assist police with information.

The investigation has been concluded and the suspects will be arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction to face prosecution.

— Kogi Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza AfusatConfirming the conclusion of the investigation and upcoming legal proceedings.
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Originally published by Vanguard in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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