It was gathered that the children who were aged 3 years and 5 years were killed by their father in Himikidu community, Michika Local Government Area of the state.

The suspect, Elisha Tari who is a resident of Himikidu, Michika Local Government Area, was said to have killed the victims with stones and sticks which he had used in hitting them on their heads severally.

The incident was disclosed in a statement that was released by the spokesperson of the state police command, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje.

He added:

“The incident was reported at the Divisional Police Headquarters, Michika by the grandfather of the victims.

“Preliminary investigation reveals that the victim’s mother got separated from the suspect Two (2) months ago after they had a misunderstanding.

“The suspect was arrested while trying to escape to Cameroon Republic, and is currently in Police custody undergoing interrogation to ascertain the reason behind the murder of his own biological children.

“The Commissioner of Police, CP SK Akande who expressed his sadness over the in-human act however, directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police CID to take over investigation and ensure prosecution of the suspect to serve as deterrant to others.