The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Manaseh Bitrus Jatau over the alleged killing of his 35-year-old girlfriend, Rebecca Ojonike Jeremiah.
Jatau was reportedly arrested following an incident allegedly triggered by a dispute over a phone call from another woman.
According to the police, the suspect and the deceased were involved in an argument before the situation reportedly escalated, resulting in Jeremiah’s death.
The command confirmed the arrest as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Police authorities are expected to question the suspect and gather further evidence as part of the ongoing investigation.
The incident has sparked concern over the dangers of disputes escalating into violence, with authorities urging members of the public to seek peaceful ways of resolving conflicts.
The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue, while further details are expected to be released by the command.