Police Nab Three Suspects Over Alleged Robbery, Murder in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three men suspected of involvement in an armed robbery operation that reportedly resulted in the death of a resident of Gwaram Town in Alkaleri Local Government Area.
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‎The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Abubakar, disclosed the development in a statement released on Tuesday, explaining that the arrests followed investigations into a case reported at the Alkaleri Divisional Police Headquarters on March 7, 2026.
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‎According to the police, the breakthrough came on June 19 when operatives apprehended a 25-year-old suspect, Muhammad Umar, popularly known as “Jijji,” while he was allegedly in possession of a motorcycle belonging to the deceased victim.
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‎Investigators said Umar confessed during questioning and allegedly identified two other individuals linked to the incident. Acting on the information, detectives launched a follow-up operation that led to the arrest of 45-year-old Usman M. Gidado and 35-year-old Danladi Yakubu, also known as “Pagaj.”
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‎All three suspects are residents of Gwaram Town, where the alleged crime occurred.
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‎Police further confirmed the recovery of the victim’s motorcycle, which has been retained as evidence in the case.
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‎The suspects and the recovered motorcycle have since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Bauchi for further investigation and possible prosecution.
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‎SP Habib stated that once investigations are concluded, the suspects will be arraigned before a competent court.
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‎Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police in the state, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, praised the officers involved in the operation for their dedication and professionalism.
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‎He also reassured residents that the command remains committed to tackling violent crimes and ensuring that offenders are brought to justice.
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‎”The Bauchi State Police Command will continue to pursue justice for victims and intensify efforts to curb violent criminal activities across the state,” the commissioner assured.