The Bauchi State Police Command has apprehended three suspects in connection with the killing of a 35-year-old man, Saleh Ibrahim, and the ensuing unrest in Zaki Local Government Area.
The incident reportedly occurred on March 15, 2026, when Ibrahim, a resident of Sansan Village, was attacked by unidentified assailants while riding his motorcycle. He was allegedly killed with a sharp object suspected to be a cutlass, and his motorcycle was taken by the attackers.
Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafi’u Habib, disclosed that investigations led to the arrest of three suspects identified as Muhammad Jauro Haladu Yako, 28; Muhammad Wito, 27; and Ibrahim Muhammad, 19, all from Alagarno Village in the same local government area.
“The suspects are being investigated for criminal conspiracy, culpable homicide, and disturbance of public peace in Zaki LGA,” the statement said.
Habib explained that upon receiving the report, officers led by the Divisional Police Officer of Zaki Division responded swiftly, evacuated the victim to the General Hospital in Katagum, where he was confirmed dead, and subsequently released the body to his family for burial.
The police spokesperson added that the incident sparked protests in the victim’s community, with some residents reportedly setting houses ablaze in Jama’aren Fulani Village.
During the unrest, a 35-year-old man, Yahaya Haruna, was injured in a bow-and-arrow attack.
He further disclosed that joint security operatives were deployed to restore order, noting that one police officer and a soldier sustained injuries but were treated.
According to the command, the suspects are currently in custody while investigations continue.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, cautioned residents against resorting to self-help, urging them to remain law-abiding and allow due process to take its course.
The command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property, calling on residents to stay calm and provide credible information to support ongoing investigations, while assuring that patrols and surveillance have been intensified across the area to prevent further incidents.
