By Sabiu Abdullahi
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested 7 suspects over an alleged armed robbery attack on students of Sa’adu Zungur University, Itas-Gadau Campus, at an off-campus hostel in Gadau.
According to the police, the suspects allegedly attacked Rahama House, an off-campus hostel, at about 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday. The assailants reportedly injured 2 students with machetes before making away with 2 Android phones.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, said the suspects allegedly planned the attack before carrying it out.
Police operatives from the Gadau Division responded after receiving a distress call through the Safe Schools Initiative. Officers moved to the scene immediately, while the injured students were taken to the General Hospital in Azare for treatment.
The command said detectives later carried out a coordinated operation that resulted in the arrest of all 7 suspects. Officers also recovered the 2 stolen Android phones.
Following preliminary investigations, the suspects were transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), where further investigation and prosecution will continue.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the attack and pledged that everyone connected to the incident would face justice.
He also assured residents, especially students, that the command remains committed to protecting lives and property. The police further advised members of the public, particularly students living off campus, to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to the nearest police station.
