Plateau Young Lady Killed After Cutlass Attack, 3 Suspects Arrested In Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the alleged killing of a young woman, Nana Khadija, in Toro local government area of the state.

The suspects were arrested on November 2, 2026, following a report of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide involving the deceased.

According to the Police, information was received on October 31, 2026, from the officer-in-charge of Zalau Police Out-Station under Toro Division that the suspects had allegedly conspired and attacked Nana Khadija of Unguwan Gangare, Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, with a cutlass, inflicting serious injuries on her head.

The arrested suspects are as Aliyu Musa, a 25-year-old, of Babale, Jos North LGA, Plateau State; Samsu Musa, also a 25-year-old, of Dawa Village, Zalau Ward, Toro LGA; and Auwalu Kabiru, a 22-years-old, of Tilden Fulani, Toro LGA, Bauchi State.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by the Command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, the police said that upon receiving the report, operatives of the out-station swiftly mobilised and rushed the victim to General Hospital, Toro, for urgent medical attention.

However, Nana Khadija was later confirmed dead by a medical doctor on duty, while her remains were deposited at the hospital’s mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

The Police added that efforts were ongoing to trace and contact the family of the deceased, while the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Bauchi, for discreet investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the incident, assuring the public that justice would be served.

He also urged residents of the state to provide timely and useful information to the nearest police formation, reiterating the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens.