Key Points
- Officer Lawal Tukur is found dead in Katsina. Staff alert police after a morning room check.
- Three women are linked to the night visit. Police recover empty sachets from a bin inside.
- Body goes to FMC Katsina for autopsy review. Customs confirm notice while detectives open a case.
A Customs officer, Lawal Tukur, is found dead. Staff discover him in a Katsina hotel room. Zagazola Reports says the date was Wednesday, October 15.
He checked in at Murjani Hotel and stayed overnight. Workers found him lifeless around 8:30 a.m. and called police. Recent related case is FCT police probe Sommie Maduagwu death, vow swift justice.
What we know so far
Two women, Khadija Ali and Aisha Lawal, stayed overnight. A third, Hafsat Yusuf, arrived later and also lodged there. Officers move the body to FMC Katsina for autopsy.
Police response and next steps
Katsina police open a case and interview hotel staff. Detectives will review CCTV and the items recovered in room. Nigeria Customs Service has been notified of the loss.
Investigators have identified three women who were at the hotel. They are Khadija Ali, Aisha Lawal, and Hafsat Yusuf. Police say each will be questioned in line with the law.
The cause of death is not yet confirmed by doctors. An autopsy at FMC will guide the next steps. For context, see Lagos police forensic Akingboye case.
Police have not released deeper details beyond first notes. The hotel management is said to be cooperating with detectives. Officers often invite witnesses to share helpful information during probes.
The named women are from Katsina, Ingawa, and Kano. Their mention in reports does not imply guilt or harm. All facts will be weighed with care during review.
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The medical exam at FMC will follow set legal steps. Timelines vary by case and required laboratory tests. Results often guide whether further toxicology is needed by law.
The Nigeria Customs Service has been notified, reports say. Colleagues often support families during such difficult periods. Further official comments are expected after first findings are in
