In a chilling case reported on Thursday, July 24, 2025, the Jigawa State Police Command announced the arrest of 40‑year‑old Iliyasu Musa for allegedly ambushing and killing his ex‑wife, Hadiza Sale, in Aujara District. The violence has sent shockwaves through the local community.(lindaikejisblog.com)
According to a statement from SP Shi’isu Adam, Musa allegedly lay in wait near Hadiza’s home and struck her on the head with a stick as she returned from the market on the night of July 10, 2025. He reportedly evaded arrest until July 23, when he was tracked down in Larabar‑Tambarin‑Gwani Village after weeks of surveillance.(lindaikejisblog.com)
Family Context
The victim and suspect had been married previously and share six children. The attack struck at the heart of a family. The suspect is now in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Dutse, awaiting prosecution.(lindaikejisblog.com)
Brutality and Evasion
Community members described the incident as deeply disturbing: a premeditated, intimate crime carried out in darkness. The suspect’s ability to evade capture for nearly two weeks has raised questions about local police capacity and initial response.
Pattern of Violence in Jigawa
This incident echoes disturbing past cases, including shocking stories of domestic violence in the area—such as a husband arrested years ago for killing his wife with a stick during a marital dispute.(turn0search10) and a high-profile witchcraft-related murder earlier sentenced to death.(turn0search7, turn0search9)
Questions Raised
- Why did it take so long for Musa to be arrested, despite the alleged ambush happening close to a road?
- What protection measures exist for women at risk within failed or toxic unions?
As the suspect faces investigation and eventual prosecution, this case spotlights serious issues of domestic violence and systems failure in rural Nigeria. With six children now caught in the tragic aftermath, calls for swift justice and stronger protective mechanisms are louder than ever.
