Police investigate sudden death of man in Jigawa hotel
The Jigawa State Police Command is investigating the sudden death of a 60-year-old man at a hotel in Dutse. According to spokesperson SP Shi’isu Adam, the man checked in with a 20-year-old woman and suffered a medical emergency after requesting a meal. The police responded quickly, but the man was pronounced dead at the hospital. July 21, 2026 was mentioned as the date the incident was reported.
What we know
- The incident was reported to the police on July 21, 2026, at about 12:50 p.m.
- The 60-year-old man developed breathing difficulties after a meal and was taken to the General Hospital, Dutse, where he was certified dead.
- Police recovered food items, beverages, a suspected sexual enhancement substance, and personal effects for further examination.
- The 20-year-old woman who accompanied the man is cooperating with investigators and providing useful information.
- SP Shi’isu Adam and the Commissioner of Police assured the public that the investigation will be thorough and urged against spreading unverified information.
