Nigeria, July 29 -- The police have arrested a fourth suspect in connection with the alleged torture and killing of 25-year-old University of Jos student, Ibrahim Mbaya, as investigations into the incident continue.

The latest suspect, identified as Tisloh Joshua, was arrested by operatives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) following what the police described as sustained intelligence gathering.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Plateau State Police Public Relations Officer, Alfred Alabo, the command said efforts were ongoing to arrest other suspects believed to have participated in the incident.

"The suspect is currently in police custody while the investigation is ongoing. Efforts have also been intensified ...