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The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended a woman named Fatima Ibrahim in connection with the demise of her six-year-old stepson, Mubarak Ibrahim, within the Kwaimawa community of Alkaleri Local Government Area. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafi'u Habib, informed journalists about the arrest on Monday. According to Habib, Mubarak started experiencing uncontrollable vomiting after consuming a drink given to him by his mother.

After noticing this, Mubarak's relatives swiftly took him to the Primary Health Care Centre in Kwaimawa. Following this, he was transferred to the Federal Medical Centre in Gombe for further medical assistance. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Mubarak succumbed to his condition on October 24, 2026. The police spokesperson revealed that Fatima's arrest came after a report lodged by Kwaimawa's Village Head, leading to a thorough investigation into the tragic incident.

It was further explained that the suspect has been taken into police custody, awaiting further legal proceedings. The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, expressed deep sorrow over the heartbreaking and inhumane circumstances, promising the bereaved family that the command would strive for justice.