The Chief Magistrate Court of Kabala Doki in Kaduna, presided over by Justice Naheed Ibrahim Abdulhamid, has adjourned the murder case of Ahmed Musa, a student at Government Technical College Malali, to July 8, 2025, for further hearing.

Ahmed Musa, a Technical School (TS2) student, was brutally killed on February 16, 2025. Six individuals were charged in connection with his murder, but only four security personnel appeared in court during the latest hearing. The two prime suspects—students Wisdom Markus Kefas and Innocent Yakubu—were notably absent from the proceedings.

Security Personnel in Custody

The four defendants present in court are all members of the Kaduna State Vigilance Service (KADVIS) assigned to the college: Timothy Abba (56), Joseph Ogoni (41), Bulus Adamu (42), and Francis Adamu (48). They are currently being held in a correctional facility pending the next hearing.

All six suspects were previously charged with criminal conspiracy and negligence resulting in Musa's death. Court records indicate that while the security personnel have now made three appearances, the student suspects have appeared only once since the case began.

Family Expresses Frustration

Following the adjournment, Musa's biological and stepmother expressed anger over what they described as an attempt to frustrate the case. They specifically criticized the continued absence of the student suspects and police witnesses, describing the legal process as inconsistent and unjust.

In a significant development, Musa's mother announced plans to escalate the matter to the Federal High Court to demand full compensation and a more transparent legal process.

Petition to State Government

Prior to this hearing, Musa's father had submitted a petition to the Kaduna State Governor through the Commissioner of Education. The petition urged the government to ensure a thorough investigation and take responsibility for the incident, emphasizing that Musa died while in the care of a state-owned institution.

The case continues to draw significant attention from Kaduna residents and human rights activists, with many calling for swift justice for the slain student. As the July 8 hearing approaches, public interest in the case remains high, with growing concerns about the apparent delays in the judicial process.