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Three Suspects Arrested Over Killing of Nana Khadija in Bauchi

 


The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three young men in connection with the killing of a woman identified as Nana Khadija, following a deadly attack in Toro Local Government Area of the state.

The suspects were identified as Aliyu Musa, 25, of Babale, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State; Samsu Musa, 25, of Dawa Village, Zalau Ward, Toro LGA, Bauchi State; and Auwalu Kabiru, 22, of Tilden Fulani, Toro LGA, Bauchi State.

According to police reports, the tragic incident occurred on October 31, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m.

The suspects allegedly attacked Nana Khadija with a cutlass, inflicting serious injuries on her head.

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Following the attack, she was rushed to General Hospital, Toro, where medical personnel attended to her. However, she was later confirmed dead by a doctor.

Her remains were subsequently deposited at the hospital's mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

Police Arrest Three Suspects

The police said they received information about the incident from the Officer-in-Charge of Zalau Police Out-Station under Toro Division.

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>Following the report, police operatives responded to the incident and commenced investigations into the circumstances surrounding the woman's death.

The three suspects were subsequently arrested on November 2, 2026, in connection with the alleged crime.

They were arrested on allegations of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide.

Investigation Underway

The Bauchi State Police Command disclosed that the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the incident and assured the public that the command would pursue justice.< /p>

The tragic killing has sparked concerns over violence and the safety of residents, as the three suspects remain under investigation.

The case is expected to proceed through the appropriate legal process.

May Nana Khadija rest in peace, and may justice be served.

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