By Isiaka Mustapha, Editor-in-Chief, People’s Security Monitor

The Kano State Police Command has announced the death of one of its senior officers, Superintendent of Police (SP) Wakili S. Mohammed, who was attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Kano.

The officer reportedly died on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, following a brief illness. His remains have since been buried in accordance with Islamic rites.The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, expressed deep sorrow over the death, extending the Command’s condolences to the deceased officer’s family, friends, colleagues and associates.

In a condolence message issued on behalf of the officers and men of the Command, the Commissioner described the late SP Mohammed as a dedicated, disciplined and professional police officer who served the Nigeria Police Force with loyalty, commitment and distinction.He noted that the deceased demonstrated a strong sense of responsibility and dedication to duty throughout his service, adding that his death was a painful loss to his immediate family, the Kano State Police Command and the Nigeria Police Force as a whole.

The Commissioner further acknowledged the contributions of the late officer to policing and the discharge of the Force’s responsibilities, describing his passing as an irreparable loss to those who worked closely with him.

He prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, grant him eternal rest in Aljannatul Firdaus and give his family, friends and colleagues the strength and patience to bear the loss.The Command also expressed solidarity with the bereaved family, praying for divine comfort and the fortitude to overcome the difficult period.