An elderly man has been arrested in Kano State for allegedly orchestrating a chilling attempt to use a baby’s eyes in a ritual.
The suspect, Malam Yahaya, from the Utoro community, was apprehended by police after his plan was foiled by quick-thinking authorities.
According to reports, Yahaya allegedly hypnotized a young man, Kabir Sani, and sent him to steal a baby with the intent of gouging out its eyes for ritual purposes.
Sani, 25, confessed to the authorities that he had been feeling unwell when he visited Yahaya, who provided him with strange medicine and instructed him to use his urine for three days.
After this, Sani claimed Yahaya gave him a mysterious perfume and other substances, which made him feel “not himself.”
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Under the influence of these substances, Sani said he became vulnerable to Yahaya’s commands.
Sani revealed that Yahaya promised him a large sum of money in exchange for bringing him a child whose eyes he would remove for a ritual aimed at creating a charm for a soldier.
Following Yahaya’s instructions, Sani attempted to abduct an 8-month-old child but failed in his mission. He later confided in his sister about his strange behavior and the task Yahaya had set for him.
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Realizing the gravity of the situation, the family contacted the police, leading them to Yahaya’s residence.
When the police arrived, they discovered several fetish items, including a calabash inscribed with strange symbols, red and white clothes, and numerous charms.
Kabir Sani’s statement led police straight to Yahaya’s home, where he was arrested.
The disturbing incident has shocked the community, with many expressing disbelief that such rituals are still being practiced.
The authorities have since warned the public about the dangers of occult practices and are continuing their investigations into the matter.
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