Man remanded over alleged theft of streetlights in Kano
A Sharia Court in Hausawa, Kano, has remanded a man, Ahmad Sabiu Shekar Gabas, over alleged conspiracy, vandalism and theft of streetlights in Sallare community. The court, presided over by Dr Bello Musa Khalid, ordered that the suspect be remanded in a correctional facility until October 14, 2026, for sentencing. The police charged Sabiu alongside […]
A man named Ahmad Sabiu Shekar Gabas appeared before a Sharia Court in Hausawa, Kano, and was remanded in custody. The court, headed by Dr Bello Musa Khalid, cited charges of conspiracy, vandalism, and theft of streetlights in the Sallare community. Judge Dr Khalid set a sentencing date for October 14, 2026. The police charged Sabiu along with Mustapha Isola, who remains at large.
The prosecution, represented by Barrister Musa Magaji, read the charges to Sabiu, who subsequently pleaded guilty. Judge Dr Khalid accepted his confession as evidence and ordered his remand pending sentencing. The prosecution alleged that Sabiu and Isola entered Sallare community and commenced the removal of streetlights installed in the area.
Vigilante members reportedly apprehended them during the operation and delivered them to the police, who subsequently presented them before the court.
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