According to eyewitnesses, the two officers, who were known to be close friends, got into an altercation when Chiroma brought his lunch, and Kabiru insisted on eating the food against Chiroma’s wishes. The dispute escalated, leading to a physical confrontation, during which Kabiru headbutted Chiroma. Chiroma fell to the ground, and despite efforts to save him, he was later pronounced dead at Burra General Hospital.

Ningi Local Government Council Chairman, Hon. Nasiru Zakari, confirmed the incident, expressing his shock over the senseless death caused by a minor disagreement. “I received a report about this unfortunate incident at the Burra Correctional Centre, where one officer was allegedly killed by a colleague over a disagreement during lunch,” Zakari said.

The Bauchi State Correctional Service Public Relations Officer, Ahmad Usman Tata, also confirmed the event, clarifying that the incident took place outside the correctional facility. He further disclosed that the deceased, Chiroma, hailed from Giade LGA, while the suspect, Kabiru, is from Dass LGA. Both were posted to the Burra Correctional Centre.