In what has sent shockwaves across the security community in Bauchi State, the Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the tragic killing of a police constable, allegedly by a private soldier, during a routine patrol in the Bayan Gari area of Bauchi metropolis on Thursday night.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has urged officers and personnel of the Command to remain calm as the matter undergoes a thorough and discreet investigation, assuring that justice will be pursued without compromise. He also directed an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, the incident occurred on October 10, 2025, at about 10:35 p.m., when a patrol team led by Inspector Hussaini Samaila encountered an assault on one of its members, Constable Ukasha Muhammed (F/No 533164), in front of Padimo Hotel, Bayan Gari.
The patrol team swiftly intervened and apprehended one of the assailants identified as Private Usman Mubarak (23NA/84/5346), attached to STF Operation Safe Haven in Jos, Plateau State, while the second suspect escaped.
Moments later, two other soldiers Private Yakubu Yahuza (23NA/85/10185) and Private Godspower Gabriel (23NA/84/5654) allegedly arrived at the scene armed and partially dressed in military uniform. They reportedly opened fire on the team, hitting Constable Ukasha in the left chest, before fleeing the area.
The injured officer was rushed to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, where he was confirmed dead by medical personnel. His remains have been deposited at the hospital’s mortuary.
The Command has since arrested the suspects and constituted a special homicide investigation team made up of seasoned detectives to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure a transparent and professional investigation.
While condoling with the family of the deceased, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu prayed for the repose of his soul and the strength for his loved ones to bear the loss.
“May his soul rest in peace, and may Almighty Allah grant his family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” the Commissioner stated.