The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old housewife, Hauwa’u Haruna, over the alleged killing of her co-wife, 43-year-old Jamila Adamu, in Bauchi metropolis.

The incident occurred at the Tafawa Balewa Housing Estate and was reported at the C-Division Police Station on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, preliminary investigations indicated that a domestic incident occurred between the two women, who lived in the same household with their husband.

Police Give Account of Incident

Habib said the second wife, Hauwa’u Haruna, allegedly armed herself with a pestle and struck Jamila Adamu on the forehead.

The police spokesperson said the victim fell unconscious following the alleged assault.

Officers reportedly visited the scene and documented the circumstances before the victim was taken to Specialist Hospital, Bauchi, for medical attention.

However, she was certified dead at the hospital.

Suspect Arrested

The police said Hauwa’u Haruna was subsequently arrested in connection with the incident.

According to Habib, preliminary findings indicated that the suspect allegedly acted while experiencing what he described as hallucinations.

The deceased’s remains have been deposited at the hospital mortuary pending an autopsy, which is expected to assist investigators in determining the precise cause of death.

Case Transferred for Investigation

The Commissioner of Police in Bauchi State, CP Aliyu Sani-Omolori, has directed that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation and prosecution.

The police said the investigation would establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the appropriate legal action.

The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue.