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Kebbi police arrest suspect sought over killing in Niger Republic (Niger)
Police in Nigeria's Kebbi State reported arresting Mas'udu Saidu, who was sought by Nigerien authorities in connection with the alleged stabbing of his business partner in Niger Republic.
What the record says
Daily Post reported on 25 September 2026 that Kebbi police spokesperson Bashir Usman said Saidu was arrested in Gulma Town, Argungu. Police allege that he stabbed 38-year-old Nigerian Mas'udu Sani to death in Niger Republic, then crossed into Nigeria. The alleged crime took place in the country of Niger, not Nigeria's Niger State; the arrest took place in Nigeria. The report says the police investigation was ongoing and does not establish a charge, extradition or conviction.
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