A tragic and disturbing incident in Minna has thrown the local community into deep shock and mourning after a 23-year-old man allegedly stabbed his childhood friend to death during Maghrib prayer at a mosque.
The incident, which occurred at a place of worship, has sparked widespread outrage and raised serious concerns about rising violence and the erosion of the sanctity of religious spaces.
Dispute over ablution water turns deadly during Maghrib prayer
According to reports, the fatal confrontation began as a minor disagreement over a sachet of Pure Water meant for ablution before prayers.
Eyewitnesses said the argument quickly escalated, shocking fellow worshippers who were preparing for or already engaged in Maghrib prayer.
The suspect, identified as Abdulazeez, allegedly drew a knife and stabbed his 20-year-old friend, Sadiq, multiple times, inflicting fatal injuries.
Despite efforts to save him, Sadiq was confirmed dead shortly after the attack, plunging family members, friends, and residents of the area into grief.
Security operatives were immediately alerted, and Abdulazeez was arrested at the scene and taken into custody, where he remains detained pending further investigation.
Authorities have confirmed that if formally charged and convicted, the suspect could face capital punishment under Nigerian law.
The shocking nature of the incident has also fueled public anger, with many questioning how a worshipper could enter a mosque armed with a deadly weapon.
Social media reactions:
The tragic killing has triggered intense reactions across social media platforms, as Nigerians struggle to comprehend how a simple argument over water could result in the loss of a young life.
Many users expressed disbelief, sadness, and frustration, while others raised concerns about violence, extremism, and moral decay.
@jindu7: “This wasn’t just anger, the guy was prepared to kill. Why bring a weapon to the mosque?”
@simmiblack: “Those who live by the sword will die by the sword! Gang mentality in Minna is real.”
@iam_majet: “Religion of peace ”
@marc_yount: “This is what Islam preaches, I’m not surprised.”
@Peculiar: “Life is not valued anymore. The way people take life for granted is so scary.”
As investigations continue, many Nigerians are calling for justice for the victim and urging authorities to take stronger measures to prevent violence in places of worship.
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