…On the run
By Sani Gazas Chinade, Damaturu
The Yobe State Police Command has revealed that it has recorded a disturbing case of grievous domestic violence involving bodily harm.
A statement by SP Dungus Abdulkareem who is the the PPRO of the Yobe Command said that on 6th February, 2026, at about 1500 hours, the Potiskum Divisional Police Headquarters received a distress call reporting a violent domestic incident which occurred earlier, the same day at about 0100 hours.
According to him, one Khadija Jamilu, 18, now at large, allegedly attacked her husband, aged 25 years, both of the same address, using a knife and inflicted a deep cut injury on his genital organ.
Following the report, police operatives promptly visited the scene and rushed the victim to the State Specialist Hospital, Potiskum, for urgent medical attention. He was subsequently referred to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Azare, where he is currently receiving treatment.
Efforts are in top gear to arrest the fleeing suspect, while investigation into the case is ongoing.
The state Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado, psc, fdc, strongly condemned the act and emphasized that marriage should be built on mutual respect, understanding, patience, and tolerance. He stressed that marriage must never be an avenue for violence, abuse, or humiliation.
The CP further advised couples and intending spouses to: Seek proper counseling before and during marriage; Embrace peaceful dialogue and anger management during conflicts; Involve parents, guardians, religious leaders, or trusted mediators when misunderstandings escalate; Avoid resolving marital disputes through violence, as it often leads to irreversible consequences.
The Command also calls on community leaders, families and relevant stakeholders to create awareness among youths on the do’s and don’ts of marriage, conflict resolution, and healthy relationships.
The Command remains committed to the protection of lives and dignity, and will ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.
