Young deaf man found dead in Kano
Body of Young Man Found in Gyadi-Gyadi Neighbourhood
Residents of Ja’oji Quarters in the Gyadi-Gyadi area of Tarauni Local Government, Kano State, were alarmed early Wednesday morning when the body of a young deaf man was discovered hanging in the vicinity.
The incident occurred at dawn as locals prepared for the Fajr prayer, prompting immediate concern within the community. Eyewitnesses reported that the body was found shortly after daybreak, alarming nearby residents.
Abdulrahman Muhammad, commander of the Gyadi-Gyadi Vigilante Group, confirmed he was notified of the situation shortly after the discovery. “Immediately we received the report, we contacted the police to take the necessary action,” he stated.
Nura Aliyu Abbas, the District Head of Gyadi-Gyadi under Darmanawa District, called the incident tragic and troubling for the community. He noted that the deceased had been experiencing mental health challenges linked to a financial dispute. According to Abbas, the young man was accused of being involved in a disputed transaction, and money related to the issue had reportedly been recovered from him.
“The young man struggled with psychological issues stemming from this financial matter. It was a difficult situation for him,” Abbas added.
He urged parents and guardians to monitor their children’s behavior and social interactions to help prevent similar distressing circumstances. “We call on families to pay attention to the emotional and social well-being of their children. The community must also support young people facing mental and life challenges,” he emphasized.
As of the time of this report, the police have not issued an official statement regarding the incident.
