The Bauchi State Police Command said that a former chairman of Jama’are Local Government Alhaji Isa Muhammad Wabi was allegedly stabbed to death by friends of his son at his apartment around Fadaman Mada area of Bauchi metropolis.
Late Isa Mohammed was a politician and traditional tittle holder in Jama’are emirate. He was also a two time chairman of Jama’are LG, during the administration of former Governors Ahmadu Mu’azu and Mohammed Abdullahi Abubakar.
He also served as chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi North Senatorial district.
The Police Public Relations Officer PPRO, CSP Mohammed Ahmed Wakil said this while confirming the incident to reporters in Bauchi.
He said that the operatives of the command early Friday, 2nd of May 2025, at about 04:03 am received a distress call from a good Samaritan concerning an attack by a group of youths in the area, located behind Government Girls Secondary School Bauchi.
He said that “In response, a dedicated team of officers was dispatched to the scene. They found Mr Isa Muhammad Wabi, a 66-year-old former Chairman of Jama’are LGA, in critical condition due to injuries sustained in the attack.
“He was promptly evacuated to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) Bauchi for urgent medical attention.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was allegedly attacked by acquaintances of his son, Abdulgafar Isa Mohammed, aged 24. The investigation suggests that Ahmad Abdulkadir, also known as Abba, and Faruk Malami, referred to as Ajebo, had entered the home around 03:00 am and subsequently conspired to assault Mr. Wabi. He sustained multiple stab wounds on the neck,” he explained.
He added that one of the suspects, Ajebo, was found unconscious at the scene, likely due to retaliatory action from an enraged individual. He said that the suspect was taken to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
“Abdulgafar Isa Mohammed has been taken into custody for questioning and has cooperated, providing valuable information to the authorities.
The command is conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances of this unfortunate incident and ensure that all responsible parties are brought to justice.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu has visited the deceased house, extended condolences to the families affected by this tragic event, and assured them that the investigation will diligently pursue those responsible for this grievous act.”
Neighbours of the deceased said he and his children struggled with the hoodlums in an effort to protect themselves, which led to two of the deceased’s sons sustaining serious injury.
They said they lost a humble man, deeply religious, a man of honour and dignity and prayed to Allah to grant him eternal rest.
Bauchi State Governor Senator Bala Mohammed expressed shock over the unfortunate incident and has called on the Nigeria Police and other relevant security agencies to launch a thorough and impartial investigation with a view to bringing the perpetrators of this heinous act to justice without delay.
“This is a painful loss, not only to the family of the late Isa Mohammed Wabi, but to the entire state. “
A statement signed by Mukhtar Gidado, Special Adviser Media and Publicity to the Governor said people of Bauchi State are deeply saddened by the tragic and sudden death of Alhaji Isa Muhammad Wabi, a respected elder and former Chairman of Jama’are Local Government Area, who according to police preliminary investigations was reportedly attacked in his home by individuals alleged to be acquaintances of his son.
Governor of Bala condoles with the immediate family of the deceased, the people of Jama’are emirate , and all who were touched by his life of service, humility, and commitment to community development.
He urged parents and guardians across the state and beyond to pay closer attention to the upbringing and moral development of their children, emphasizing that the decay in societal values must be collectively addressed to prevent such tragedies in the future.
He prayed that the Almighty Allah will grant him Aljanna Firdaus and give his family the courage and fortitude to bear this great loss.
