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<h2>The <a href="https://www.naijanews.com/topic/kwara-state/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Kwara State</a> Police Command on Monday confirmed the death of one Usman Abubakar of Isale Koko.</h2>
<p><strong>Naija News</strong> learnt that Abubakar slumped and died during a fight with Omotosho Jimoh of Elekoyangan area, Oke-suna, Ilorin, over a minor issue.</p>
<p>Speaking on the incident, the state police command, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, said the father of the deceased, Adebayo Ahmed, reported the incident on March 20, 2024.</p>
<p>According to her, the incident was a case of culpable homicide, noting that Usman Abubakar was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead by medical personnel.</p>
<p>Toun said the family of the deceased also declined to release the body for autopsy, insisting on burial according to Islamic rites.</p>
<p>She added that the suspect is currently at large, and the Kwara State Police Command had initiated a preliminary investigation into the matter.</p>
<p>She said, <em>“The two of them engaged in a hand-to-hand combat over a minor issue. Tragically, during the altercation, Usman Abubakar slumped and was rushed to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead by medical personnel.</em></p>
<p><em>“Efforts are underway to apprehend the suspect and ascertain the full circumstances surrounding this unfortunate incident.</em></p>
<p><em>“The Command assures the public that every effort is being made to bring the perpetrators to justice. Further updates on this case will be communicated as the investigation progresses.”</em></p>
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