Minnata community in Sokoto South local government area of Sokoto state has been thrown into mourning as one Mansur Mohammed allegedly stabbed his friend, Malam Usman, popularly called ‘Giwa’, multiple times during a heated argument.
Eyewitnesses account said the altercation started as a mere verbal disagreement before it escalated and the suspect, who has now been nabbed by the operatives of the Sokoto state Police command, reportedly brought out a knife and stabbed Malam Usman in several parts of his body.
The residents were said to have rushed the victim to the hospital, but he had lost significant blood which resulted in his death.
The incident has sparked outrage in Minanata, with community members calling on the authorities to take urgent steps to prosecute the suspect and ensure something is done to family of the victim.
Family and friends have continued to pray for the repose of the soul of the deceased.