The Kogi State Police Command has arrested three suspects after concluding investigation into the alleged k!lling of Mariam Usman, a staff member of Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, in Olamaboro Local Government Area of the state.
The spokesperson for the command, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat, who disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 said the case was thoroughly investigated by detectives from the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Lokoja, leading to the arrest of the suspects.
According to the police, investigations revealed that the deceased was first assaulted on June 17, 2026, by Abdullahi Isiaka at her residence over disciplinary measures she took against his 11-year-old son while carrying out her duties at the school.
Later that same day, Mariam Usman was allegedly attacked again while on her way to the mosque by Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo.
The police further stated that on June 18, Ojonojima Mary, identified as the younger sister of Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, allegedly stormed Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, where she assaulted the victim at her workplace.
Following the assaults, the victim was treated at Grace Clinic in Ugbamaka before she was referred to Eleojo Clinic in Okpo for further medical care. She later d!ed from her injuries on June 25.
“The Kogi State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in the investigation of a culpable homicide case reported on 25th June, 2026, following the d8ath of one Mariam Usman, a staff member of Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, Olamaboro Local Government Area,” the statement read.
“Upon receipt of the complaint, Detectives of the Homicide Section, State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Lokoja, swung into action, conducting a comprehensive investigation that culminated in the arrest of three suspects in connection with the case.
“Investigation established that on 17th June, 2026, one Abdullahi Isiaka assaulted the deceased at her residence over the disciplinary action she took against his eleven-year-old son during school hours.
“Later that same day, while the deceased was on her way to the mosque for prayers, she was again assaulted by Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo.
“Further investigation revealed that on 18th June, 2026, Ojonojima Mary, younger sister to Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, went to Brains Minds Nursery and Primary School, Ugbamaka, where she assaulted the deceased in her workplace.
“Following the attacks, the victim was initially treated at Grace Clinic, Ugbamaka, before she was referred to Eleojo Clinic, Okpo, for further medical attention. She, however, succumbed to the injuries on 25th June, 2026.
“The investigation established a prima facie case of Criminal Conspiracy and Culpable Homicide against the suspects, Ojonojima Mary, Ramatu Isiaka Eleojo, and Abdullahi Isiaka.
“Consequently, the investigation has concluded, and the suspects will be arraigned before a court of competent jurisdiction for prosecution.
“The Commissioner of Police, Kogi State Command, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, psc, mni, commends the professionalism, diligence and commitment displayed by the detectives of the Homicide Section, SCID, in ensuring that justice is served.
“He reiterates the Command’s unwavering commitment to bringing perpetrators of violent crimes to justice and assures the good people of Kogi State that the Command will continue to investigate all criminal cases diligently and professionally.
“The Commissioner of Police further advised members of the public to refrain from taking the law into their own hands and to always seek lawful means of resolving grievances.
“He also encouraged residents to continue supporting the Police with timely and credible information that will aid crime prevention and effective law enforcement.”
