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Police arrest three suspects over Kogi teacher’s killing

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News Official statement In the courts
  • Kogi State Police have arrested three suspects in connection with the death of a teacher, Mariam Usman.
  • The teacher was allegedly assaulted multiple times by the suspects following a disciplinary action against one of their relatives.
  • The suspects face charges of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide, and will be arraigned in court.

The Kogi State Police Command has announced a significant breakthrough in the investigation into the death of Mariam Usman, a teacher at Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School in Ugbamaka, Olamaboro Local Government Area. Three individuals have been arrested in connection with the culpable homicide case, which was reported on June 25, 2026.

The Kogi State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in the investigation of a culpable homicide case reported on June 25, 2026, following the death of one Mariam Usman, a staff member of Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, Olamaboro Local Government Area.

— ASP Oyiza AfusatAnnouncing the breakthrough in the investigation.

According to a statement from the command’s spokesperson, ASP Oyiza Afusat, the investigation revealed a sequence of assaults against the victim. On June 17, 2026, one suspect, Abdullahi Isiaka, allegedly assaulted the deceased at her residence after she disciplined his 11-year-old son at school. Later that same day, Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo reportedly assaulted Usman again as she was on her way to the mosque.

Investigation established that on June 17, 2026, one Abdullahi Isiaka assaulted the deceased at her residence over the disciplinary action she took against his 11-year-old son during school hours.

— ASP Oyiza AfusatDetailing the initial assault.

The violence escalated on June 18, 2026, when Ojonojima Mary, Ramatu's younger sister, assaulted the teacher at her workplace. Following these attacks, Usman received medical attention but succumbed to her injuries on June 25, 2026. The police have established a prima facie case of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide against Ojonojima Mary, Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, and Abdullahi Isiaka, who are awaiting arraignment.

Further investigation revealed that on June 18, 2026, Ojonojima Mary, younger sister of Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, went to Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, where she assaulted the deceased at her workplace.

— ASP Oyiza AfusatDescribing the subsequent assault at the school.

Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Kankarofi, commended the detectives for their diligence and reiterated the command's commitment to bringing perpetrators of violent crimes to justice. He urged the public to resolve grievances through lawful means and to continue providing information to aid police efforts.

Consequently, the investigation has been concluded, and the suspects will be arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction for prosecution.

— ASP Oyiza AfusatStating the conclusion of the investigation and next steps.
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