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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has condemned the gruesome murder of housewife Fatima Abubakar and her six children in Kano’s Chiranci community, labeling the crime as utterly barbaric.
In a statement by Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, he described the attack as barbaric, stressing that such savagery has no place in society. He commended the Nigeria Police Force for their “swift arrest of the principal suspects” and issued a direct order: “Investigate thoroughly and ensure the diligent prosecution of all involved.”
Tinubu extended deep sympathies to the bereaved family, stating, “I condole with the family over this tragedy,” while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to protecting vulnerable Nigerians.
“This barbaric action is unacceptable and must be met with the full weight of the law,” the President added, urging security agencies to leave no stone unturned.
In a related development, President Tinubu has mourned the death of Alhaji Bature Abdulaziz, a towering figure in Kano’s business world, whose passing over the weekend has reverberated far beyond the state.
Describing the loss as one that “transcends the Kano business community and touches many parts of Nigeria” due to Abdulaziz’s vast influence on commerce, Tinubu highlighted the late businessman’s leadership as National President of the Harmonised Traders Association of Nigeria and other trade unions.
President Tinubu also praised Abdulaziz’s pivotal role in his 2023 campaign, noting his “persistent advocacy for national unity and patriotism” through the Patriotic Elders Network for Peace (PENP), which the deceased founded.
Tinubu extended heartfelt condolences to the Kano business community, residents, and state government, urging them to honor Abdulaziz’s legacy.
Meanwhile, Kano State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Kabiru-Maude, has taken over the prosecution of the alleged gruesome murder of a housewife and her six children at Dorayi Chiranchi Quarters Kano.
Briefing Journalists yesterday in Kano, Kabiru-Maude, said that the decision to takeover the prosecution of the case was on the directive of Gov. Abba Kabir-Yusuf.
“The Ministry of Justice has assumed responsibility for prosecuting the case to ensure that justice is served.
“This heinous and inhuman act is a grave affront to humanity and the rule of law.
“On the directive of His Excellency, the Executive Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, my office will take over the prosecution of this case to ensure that justice is not only done but seen to be done,” he said.
The A-G commended the Kano State Police Command for its swift and professional response, which led to the arrest of the suspects in connection with the incident.
He promised that the government would spare no effort in ensuring accountability, transparency and strict adherence to due process throughout the investigation and prosecution of the case.
Kabiru-Maude urged residents to remain calm, vigilant and law-abiding, and to continue to cooperate with security agencies by providing credible information that could aid the ongoing investigations.
He added that the Ministry of Justice would provide further updates as investigation and prosecution of the case progressed.
However, residents of Chiranchi, Dorayi Quarters in Gwale Local Government , are still reeling from the brutal murder of the lady and her kids.
The victims were identified as: Maimuna, 17, Aisha, 16, Bashir, 13, Abubakar, 10, Faruk, 7, and Abdulsalam, 1 years old respectively.
A neighbour, Malam Bala Abubakar, described the moment he heard frantic shouts and screams for help, prompting him to rush outside, still wrapped in a towel, to join other neighbours who had poured into the narrow street.
Abubakar stated that the attackers used a sewing machine head to crush the skulls of the innocent children, killing them in cold blood and leaving them dead in a pool of blood.
The police had arrested three suspects, including Umar Auwalu, 23, a nephew of the deceased woman, who confessed to leading the attack.
The suspects were apprehended during a sting operation conducted between 10 pm on January 17 and 4 am on January 18, 2026.
Items recovered from the suspects include: blood-stained clothes, two mobile phones belonging to the victims, a cutlass, and a club.
“When officers arrived, they moved swiftly, combing the premises and nearby areas,” Abubukar added.
The community in Dorayi Chiranchi, Kano, is still reeling from the brutal murder of Fatima Abubakar, 35, and her six children.
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Neighbours, including bricklayers working on a nearby house, were alerted by screams and quickly rushed to the scene.
Malam Bala, a neighbour, insisted that the community did not stand idly by, saying, “everyone came out, we all rushed to help.
“The residents surrounded the building to prevent the attackers’ escape and alerted security agencies.
“They also reported hearing the victim’s distressed cries, including her plea to “Umar, please don’t kill me,” implicating one of the attackers, Umar Auwalu, who is also the victim’s nephew.
“The police arrived promptly, combed the premises, and arrested three suspects, including Auwalu.”
Kano State Government and security agencies have vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice.
According to Malam Bala, it soon became clear that the attackers had not fled the scene but were hiding within the compound.
One suspect was discovered concealed in a toilet and was secured by security personnel, who believed he could lead them to others involved.
The rescue effort, however, came too late for the woman and her children.
The manner of the attack was described by neighbours as exceptionally violent, leaving the entire community traumatised.
The victims were later evacuated to hospital, but none survived.
Beyond the horror of the crime itself, what has pained residents deeply is the accusation that neighbours failed to intervene.
Malam Bala firmly rejected this narrative. “We live peacefully here.
“We love one another,” he said, adding, “we did our best. The story that we refused to help is not true.”
The Ward Head of Chiranchi, Gidan Kwari, Malam Ahmad Ya’u Yahaya, has expressed gratitude over the arrest of suspects involved in the brutal murder of a woman and her six children in Dorayi, Kano State.
He recounted rushing to the scene upon receiving the news, only to be met with an “unbelievable” sight.
Yahaya commended the security agencies for their professionalism in apprehending the suspects through intelligence-led investigations.
The community leader revealed that some perpetrators had disguised themselves as sympathisers during the funeral, mingling with mourners.
However, the security agencies were monitoring their movements, gathering information until all suspects were tracked down.
The community remained grief-stricken, with homes once filled with children’s laughter now shrouded in silence.
In spite of the sorrow, there is relief that the suspects had been arrested.
“Alhamdulillah, we are grateful they have been captured,” Yahaya said.
The community appealed to the government to ensure that justice was served, hoping accountability would bring comfort to the affected neighbourhood.
Some of the perpetrators reportedly mingled with mourners at a funeral in Dorayi, Kano, disguising themselves as sympathisers, according to a community leader.
However, the security agencies were monitoring their movements and tracked them down.
The arrest of the suspects had brought relief to the grieving community, with the ward head saying, “Alhamdulillah, we are grateful they have been captured.”
