Police arrest two suspects over deaths of children in Bauchi

In Bauchi State, two suspects have been apprehended in connection with the tragic deaths of two children in Alkaleri and Ganjuwa Local Government Areas. The state police spokesperson, Nafiu Habib, announced the arrests on Monday, October 26, 2026.

The first case involved a boy who fell seriously ill after consuming a drink provided by his stepmother, Fatima Ibrahim, aged 23, from Kwaimawa village. The incident occurred on October 16. The child began vomiting violently shortly after drinking the beverage and was initially treated at the Primary Health Care Centre in Kwaimawa.

Later, he was transferred to the Federal Medical Centre in Gombe for further care. Tragically, the boy did not survive, and his death was confirmed on October 24 after a week-long struggle. The police launched an investigation following a report from the village head of Kwaimawa, leading to the arrest of the suspect on October 26.

In the second incident, a five-year-old girl's lifeless body was discovered in a water pit within Badaromo village. Her grandfather reported her missing at around 7 pm on October 23, which prompted a search by the villagers. The search concluded the next morning when her body was found in a small water pit at approximately 7 am on October 24.

Police officers from Soro Division secured the scene and apprehended a 19-year-old suspect, Sadiku Musa, who resides in the same area, on charges related to the girl's death. Both incidents have been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a thorough investigation.

The State Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, expressed deep sorrow over the heartbreaking and inhumane deaths, vowing to ensure justice for the suspects if they are found to be responsible. He also extended condolences to the grieving families and urged parents, guardians, and community leaders to step up their efforts in safeguarding children.