The Jigawa State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the sudden death of a 60-year-old man at a hotel in Dutse.
The Punch reported that the command’s spokesperson, Shi’isu Adam, disclosed this in a statement issued to journalists on Tuesday night.
According to the statement, the incident was reported at about 12:50 p.m. on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
Adam said the deceased had checked into the hotel with a 20-year-old woman before the incident occurred.
“The incident occurred at a hotel in Dutse, where a 60-year-old man who checked in with a 20-year-old woman suddenly developed a medical emergency after requesting a meal,” Adam stated.
He explained that the man allegedly began gasping for breath shortly after the food was served.
“Upon receiving the distress report, police officers attached to the Yalwawa Division responded swiftly to the scene,” the PPRO said.
The police spokesperson said the victim was rushed to the General Hospital, Dutse, for emergency treatment.
“At the hospital, he was examined by medical personnel and unfortunately certified dead,” he added.
Adam said detectives immediately secured the hotel room and carried out a preliminary examination.
“During the exercise, some food items, beverages, a suspected sexual enhancement substance, and other personal effects were recovered for further examination,” he stated.
He added that the recovered items were properly preserved to support ongoing investigations.
“Following medical certification of death and completion of the necessary procedures, the remains of the deceased were released to his family for burial in accordance with their request,” he said.
The police also confirmed that the 20-year-old woman who was with the deceased is cooperating with investigators.
“She is providing useful information to assist in establishing the sequence of events leading to the unfortunate occurrence. The investigation remains ongoing,” Adam said.
The Commissioner of Police in Jigawa State assured residents that the investigation would be carried out diligently and without bias.
“The investigation will be conducted thoroughly, professionally, and impartially,” the PPRO said.
Adam appealed to members of the public to avoid spreading rumours or unverified information while the investigation continues.
“We urge members of the public to refrain from speculation or circulating unverified information capable of causing unnecessary anxiety,” he warned.
The command added that further updates would be made available as the investigation progresses.
