Court remands 53 suspects over bloody street clashes, thuggery, killing in Minna

By Samantha Allen

Published: January 28, 2022 | 9:20 AM GMT

The Niger State Magistrate Court sitting in Minna has ordered 53 persons suspects to be remanded in New-Bussa Correctional Centre in Borgu LGA over their alleged involvement in bloody clashes, thuggery activities that led to the killing of a policeman and a trader in Minna, last week. The suspects were arrested by a team of security agents and on Thursday January 27, arraigned before the court on a 10-count charge of culpable homicide, conspiracy, robbery and being in possession of weapons among others. The offences violated various sections of the Penal Code law of the country.

Prosecuting Police Officer, Inspector Ahmed Saidu had informed the court that the offence is criminal in nature and cannot be tried at the magistrate. He thereby urged the court to adjourn the case to another date to enable the police to forward the case file to the State Ministry of Justice for legal advice.

The presiding Magistrate, Nasir Mu’azu, adjourned the matter to February 21, 2022, for further mention and asked the police to immediately send the file to the justice ministry.

About Samantha Allen

Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.