Two commercial motorcyclists found dead in Jigawa
JIGAWA STATE, Nigeria — Authorities have recovered the bodies of two commercial motorcyclists believed to have been killed by motorcycle thieves in Zangan Sallau village, located in the Ringim Local Government Area.
The police confirmed the discovery in a statement released Saturday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Lawan Shiisu Adam. The victims were last seen alive on November 8, 2026, prior to the recovery of their bodies. Reports indicate that the assailants also stole the victims’ motorcycle.
CSP Adam stated that the police have initiated efforts to locate those responsible for the murders and recover the stolen motorcycle. “Efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators of this criminal act,” he said.
The bodies of the deceased were returned to their families in Darno village, where they were laid to rest according to Islamic customs.
Motorcycle theft has been a recurring issue in the region, particularly affecting those who provide late-night transportation services.
