The Nigeria Police has explained the circumstances behind the reported death of a 100-level Course 9 police cadet, Sulaiman Jika, at its academy in Wudil, Kano State, on Saturday.
In an official correspondence by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Hussain Suleman, on Sunday, said the academy was deeply saddened to announce Jika’s passing following a brief illness.
“The Nigeria Police Academy is deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of its cherished cadets, Mr. Sulaiman Jika, who succumbed to a brief and unexpected illness. Jika, a dedicated cadet from the Department of Computer Science, was a proud native of Adamawa State.
“On August 29, 2023, he sought medical attention at the academy clinic due to an ailment. Following a diligent course of treatment and his gradual recovery, he was certified fit and discharged by the medical doctor on call the next day and tasked to return at regular intervals for checks which he adhered to. However, fate took an unforeseen turn.
“On September 2, 2023, he was once again admitted to the clinic for further examination and care following a complaint of restlessness. Though his vitals were normal upon examination and all necessary medical steps were taken, we regrettably report his untimely passing.
“The commandant of the Nigeria Police Academy, AIG Sadiq Abubakar, extends his deepest condolences to the grieving family, friends, and loved ones of cadet Sulaiman Jika. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during this period of profound sorrow. May God Almighty grant them the strength and resilience to bear this heavy loss.”
