Court Sentences Two to Death for Killing Kano Lecturer!

Court Sentences Two to Death for Killing Kano Lecturer!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

A Kano State High Court has sentenced two men to death by hanging for the 2016 murder of Buhari Imam, a lecturer at Northwest University (now Yusuf Maitama Sule University), during a robbery.

What We Know:

• The convicts, identified as Kabiru Yau and Hamza Dogo, were found guilty of conspiracy, armed robbery, and homicide.
• Buhari Imam was attacked in his residence and fatally stabbed, with valuables carted away.
• Justice Aisha Mahmud ruled that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.

Quote:

“The evidence clearly established intent and criminal action. The sentence is death by hanging,” — Justice Aisha Mahmud

Why It Matters:

• The ruling brings closure to a high-profile case that had dragged for nearly a decade.
• It sends a strong message about the consequences of violent crime, especially against educators.
• The verdict underscores the judiciary’s commitment to justice in capital cases.

What to Watch:

• Whether the convicts will file an appeal at the Court of Appeal.
• Reactions from the university community and academic unions.
• Calls for broader protection of academic staff in Nigeria.

Sources:

1. Kano State Judiciary Update – Oct. 21, 2025
2. Daily Trust
3. Legal Watch Kano

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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