A tragic incident unfolded in Kano State as Buhari Imam, a dedicated staff member of Northwest University Kano, was brutally murdered by suspected phone thieves in the early hours of Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
The attack occurred around 3:30 am in the Sheka Sabuwar Abuja area of Kumbotso Local Government Area. According to reports, the assailants targeted Imam solely to steal his mobile phone. He was stabbed multiple times, sustaining life-threatening injuries to his abdomen.
Despite being rushed to the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital (AKTH) for emergency treatment, Imam succumbed to his injuries two days later, on Friday, June 13, 2025. His untimely death has sent shockwaves through the university community and beyond.
Confirming the incident, Comrade Bashir Muhammad, Chairman of the Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions (NASU), Northwest University Kano branch, expressed deep sorrow and outrage over the loss.
He described the attack as senseless and inhumane, emphasizing that Imam was not only a valued colleague but also a pillar of support to his family, which includes an aged mother and four siblings who depended heavily on him for their livelihood.
“The NASU Northwest University Kano Branch expresses its deepest shock and outrage over the brutal murder of our esteemed member, Buhari Imam,” Comrade Muhammad said. “This tragic event is a stark reminder of the growing insecurity in our communities, and we cannot remain silent in the face of such cruelty.”
The union is calling on the Kano State Government and all relevant security agencies to launch an immediate, thorough, and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding the murder. They demand that the perpetrators be swiftly identified, apprehended, and brought to justice.
In addition to seeking justice, NASU is urging the government to offer necessary support and compensation to the bereaved family of the deceased. The union also stressed the urgent need for improved security measures in Kumbotso Local Government Area and other vulnerable communities across the state.
“We urge the authorities to demonstrate a genuine commitment to justice, public safety, and accountability. Concrete steps must be taken to ensure that such a tragic event does not occur again,” Comrade Muhammad added.
The killing of Buhari Imam has highlighted growing concerns over violent crimes in Kano and the urgent need for enhanced security and community protection.