By Ahmad Tijjani Abdul, Kano
Tragedy struck in Kano Friday night when a Chinese nationale identified as Mr Geng was alleged to have slaughtered his ex lover, Ummukulsum Buhari at Kuntau residence, Janbullo general area of Kano metropolis.
Mrs Buhari, a graduate of Agriculture science from Kampala University, Uganda is currently on youth service in Sokoto.
Eyewitness told our correspondent that Mr Geng had a sizzling relationship with the young lady for two years before she settled for another man within the city.
This newspaper learnt that Ummukulsum Buhari’s marriage never lasted, and was said to have returned to her family house to continue her normal life.
The account explained that Mr Geng who felt jilted by Ummukulsum Buhari never let go and until last night when he allegedly scaled the perimeter fence, sneaked to her room and slaughtered her in a cold blood.
This newspaper further learnt that family members and well wishers who had responded to save her life took her to the nearby health facility where she reportedly gave up the ghost.
Mr Geng was subsequently arrested by mob who were set to deliver jungle justice when a combined team of the the Police, and the Immigration official arrived to restore normalcy.
Although the Kano state police command is keeping sealed lips over the unfortunate incident, but security sources in the city confirmed that Mr. Geng has been taken into custody.