Bauchi police arrest man for N120m fraud
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested 34-year-old Glory Samuel for allegedly defrauding a businessman of N120m. According to a press statement by the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, Ahmed Wakil, on Wednesday, the arrest stems from a complaint filed…
Severe Rainstorm Claims Four Lives at North East Trade Fair in Bauchi
At least four traders lost their lives due to a severe rainstorm with strong winds at the IBB Square in Bauchi State, the venue of the recently concluded North East Trade Fair. The storm, which began on Saturday night, led…
Bauchi State Commissioner Ahmed Jalam Dies in Auto Crash
Bauchi State Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ahmed Jalam, has passed away in an auto crash along the Misau-Darazo Road on Saturday. His driver also perished in the accident. They were traveling to Jalam’s hometown in Dambam Local…
Traditional ruler’s son, three others killed in violent clash in Bauchi
A violent clash marred the recent Sallah celebration in Bauchi, resulting in the death of at least four individuals, including the son of a traditional ruler. Reports indicate that the clash erupted between two local security factions: the Yan Ba…
Suspected rapist of mentally-challenged minor arrested in Bauchi
The Bauchi State Police Command announced on Wednesday the arrest of a 23-year-old man, Sanusi Umar, for allegedly raping a mentally-challenged 10-year-old boy (name withheld). Ahmed Wakil, the command’s spokesperson, revealed this in a press release, stating that Umar was…