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By Ayo Kehinde
The Kaduna Police Command has arraigned 24 suspects before a Magistrates Court sitting at NDA Junction, Kaduna, over the killing of a woman by a mob in Maraban Jos area of the state, as the state government hailed the development as a vital step towards justice and strengthening the rule of law.
The suspects were arraigned following investigations into the June 21, 2026 incident in which the victim was allegedly attacked and killed by an angry mob after being removed from police custody.
According to the police, the defendants are accused of criminal conspiracy, inciting public disorder, rioting, destruction of public and police property and manslaughter.
During the proceedings before the judge, the issue was mentioned and subsequently postponed to 21 July 2026 for the next hearing.
The court also ordered that the 24 suspects be held in a penitentiary pending the resolution of the case.
The Police Command condemned the mafia act, defining it as illegal and contrary to public order. The Command warned that people who take the law into their own hands will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Police authorities said the investigation into the incident is still ongoing, revealing that more than 100 other suspects are currently under investigation for their alleged role in the attack.
The Command stated that anyone found guilty would also be charged in court.
The Commissioner of Police, Muhammad Rabiu, assured residents that the command remains committed to ensuring justice for the victim and maintaining law and order across the state.
Rabiu urged members of the public to report grievances, suspicions and criminal charges through legal channels rather than resorting to violence, stressing that due process remains the only acceptable means of seeking justice.
Meanwhile, the state government, in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Ahmed Maiyaki, said the arrest and arraignment of the suspects was a significant step towards ensuring accountability and preserving public trust in the justice system.
“The Kaduna State Government welcomes the arrest and arraignment of the suspects linked to this unfortunate incident and commends the Police Command for its swift and professional response.
“The rule of law remains the cornerstone of every democratic society and no complaint, accusation or suspicion can justify taking the life of another person outside the framework of the law,” Maiyaki said.
He reiterated the stance of Governor Uba Sani’s administration against mob violence, jungle justice and all forms of extrajudicial actions, stressing that no individual or group has the authority to shoulder the responsibilities of law enforcement and the judiciary.
According to him, the tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of lawlessness and the need for citizens to channel complaints and accusations through established legal and security institutions.
“Governor Uba Sani’s administration will not tolerate any form of mob action or jungle justice.
“We urge residents to always report suspected criminal activities to security agencies and allow the law to take its course. Anyone caught taking the law into their own hands will face all consequences of the law, regardless of status or affiliation,” he said.
Maiyaki expressed confidence in the ongoing police investigation and noted that the discovery that more than 100 additional suspects remain under investigation demonstrates the authorities’ determination to bring all those involved to justice.
He assured residents that the state government will continue to support security agencies and judicial institutions in their efforts to ensure accountability, maintain law and order and safeguard the rights of citizens.
The commissioner also expressed his condolences to the family of the deceased and called on residents to remain peaceful, cooperate with security agencies and support efforts to preserve peace, justice and security across the state.
“The sanctity of human life must be respected at all times. Kaduna State will continue to steadfastly defend justice, peaceful coexistence and respect for the rule of law. We must collectively reject violence and vigilantism in all its forms,” the statement added.
The government reiterated its commitment to ensuring that all those found guilty of the incident are prosecuted through due process, while urging citizens to remain vigilant and law-abiding.
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