Kano mob protesting death of suspect in police custody kills DPO’s, 27 suspects arrested 

The Kano State Police Command has confirmed the death of the Rano Divisional Police Officer following the protest that rocked the community after death of a man in police custody.

It added that 27 suspects had been arrested in connection with the incidents.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna confirmed the death of the DPO in a statement.

He said, “The Kano State Police Command is aware of an unfortunate incident that occurred on 25th May 2025, at about 08.15pm, in the Rano Local Government Area, where based on public outcry and complaints, a motorcycle mechanic, one  Abdullahi Musa, suspected to be under the influence of substances, was arrested and detained for reckless and dangerous riding.

“The suspect was taken into custody and later showed signs of weakness, prompting his being rushed to the Rano General Hospital, where he unfortunately passed away on 26th May 2025, around 6am, while receiving treatment.

“Following the incident, some miscreants mobilized and attacked the Rano Police Division, looting, setting parts of it and two vehicles ablaze, destroying 10 other vehicles and seriously injured the Divisional Police Officer.”

According to him, the DPO was rushed to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, where he later died while receiving treatment.

“Twenty seven suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident. The situation has been brought under control, and normalcy has been restored,” Haruna said.

He said the Commissioner of police, Ibrahim Bakori, after visiting the scene and paying condolence visit to the Emir of Rano,  Ambassador Dr. Mohammed Isah Umar, ordered a comprehensive and transparent investigation to identify the remote and immediate causes of the incidents and bring those responsible for any wrongdoing to justice.

“The command while commiserating with the family of the deceased DPO that paid the supreme price in active service, appeals to residents to remain calm and avoid taking the law into their own hands.”