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2 Suspected Robbers Terrorizing Adamawa-Gombe Highway Arrested By Police

Police operatives in Adamawa State have arrested two men suspected to be armed robbers.The duo were said to be among five men who have been terrorizing motorists along the Numan-Lafiya road connecting Adamawa and Gombe states.A statement from the Adamawa State Police Command obtained Wednesday morning gave the names of the two now in custody as Be

Three Workers Docked For Stealing N72.8m In Adamawa

Three suspects were on trial in Adamawa State over an alleged N72,818 million belonging to a company in the Ganye Local Government Area of the state.The three are being arraigned before Chief Magistrate I in Yola, the state capital on charges of stealing the company’s money.The defendants, Abdulrashed Waziri (36), Richard Moses (42) and Uche Sun
How Windstorm Struck One Dead, Destroy Houses In Adamawa

A windstorm struck two adjacent communities in the Yola South area of Adamawa State capital, resulting in the loss of one life and the damage of roofs on several houses.Daily Post reports on Wednesday that the only human casualty was recorded in the Wuro-Chekke ward of Yola South local government area when a wall fell on the person as a result of

How Gunmen Kidnap Catholic Priest In Adamawa

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a priest serving with the Yola Catholic Diocese, Very Rev. Fr. Oliver Buba. The incident occurred during the early hours of Tuesday, May 21, 2024, in the priest's rectory at St. Rita’s Catholic Church, Bare, in Numan Local Government of Adamawa State. The Catholic Bishop of Yola Diocese, Mos
Stepmother, Rachel Geoffrey Arrested For Allegedly Burning Stepchildren's Hands In Adamawa

A 23-year-old woman identified as Rachel Geoffrey, residing in the Federal Housing Estate, Girei, has been apprehended by the Adamawa State Police Command for allegedly inflicting severe burns on the hands of her stepchildren.The victims, identified as Genesis Geoffrey, aged seven, and Idadai Geoffrey, aged three, now bear the painful aftermath of

5 Suspected Gangsters On Wanted List Arrested In Adamawa

Operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested five youths identified as Shila Boys, a group infamous for robbing residents of their belongings, mostly phones and similar light gadgets.The police command said the five had been on its wanted list for a while.In the statement released Wednesday by police image maker, Suleiman Nguroje,
Tiktoker, Aliyu Musa Arrested For Abusing Adamawa Stakeholders On Social Media

The arrest of Aliyu Musa, also known as Imam Mahdi, a 33-year-old resident of Kwacham Ward, Mubi South Local Government area in Adamawa State, has brought attention to the issue of social media conduct and its legal implications in Nigeria. Musa was detained by the Adamawa State Police Command for allegedly using abusive language against state sta

Man, Abdu Hamidu Arrested For Allegedly Sexually Assaulting His Niece In Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Abdu Hamidu, accused of sexually assaulting his niece. A statement released by the spokesperson of the command, SP Suleiman Nguroje, says Abdu, 25, allegedly assaulted his nine-year-old Niece after luring her into his room.Nguroje said that the suspect was arrested on the 4th May, 2
Man, Idi Adamu Arrested In Adamawa For Assaulting Stepdaughter

The operatives of the Adamawa State Police Command have arrested a 30-year-old man named Idi Adamu for sexually assaulting his one-year-old stepdaughter.In a statement issued by the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Command, SP Suleiman Ngurore, Adamu was detained on Wednesday, May 1 following a tip off.SP Ngurore further e

Couple Tortures 9-Year-Old Daughter To Death For Allegedly Practising Witchcraft In Adamawa

Nigerian couple has allegedly tortured their daughter to death in Adamawa State, SaharaReporters has learnt. The couple, Yakubu Isa Arisko, 36, and Veronica Linus, 34, reportedly conspired and murdered their daughter, Eunice Yakubu, whom they accused of practising witchcraft. They reportedly tied the 9-year-old with a rope and left her in the sun
Lady, Hajara Yusuf Pours Hot Cooking Oil On Man Over N100 In Adamawa

A lady identified as Hajara Yusuf, on Wednesday, April 24, was arraigned before the Chief Magistrate Court 2 sitting in Yola, Adamawa State for allegedly dousing hot cooking oil on a man over N100.Hajara appeared before the court presided by Magistrate Musa Alhaji Adamu, for the offence of causing grievous hurt to her victim, Adamu Abubakar, over

Adamawa Police Nab 39-year-old Alleged Fraudster, Sani Mamman Posing As Ghost

In a significant breakthrough, the Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 39-year-old man suspected of orchestrating fraudulent activities by masquerading as a ghost to deceive unsuspecting members of the public.According to a statement released by the Command's spokesperson, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, on Saturday, April 20, 2024, the a
18-Yr-Old Usman Umar To Be Arrested For Fatal Stabbing Of Friend, Usman Abubakar In Adamawa

In a tragic incident in Adamawa, an 18-year-old named Usman Umar is set to be arrested following a knife fight that led to the death of his friend, Usman Abubakar. The Adamawa Police Command disclosed the details of the altercation through a statement on their X account this Sunday.The altercation, which escalated to the use of knives, resulted in

Nigerian Army Captures Top ISWAP Commander, Abu Sadiq In Adamawa Sting Operation

In a significant victory against terrorism, the Nigerian Army troops of 144 Battalion, Operation Hadin Kai, have apprehended a high-ranking commander of the Islamic State of the West African Province (ISWAP), identified as Saidu Hassan Yellow, also known as Abu Saidu. The arrest, which took place during an intelligence-led operation, marks a cruci
Adamawa State Police Apprehend Car Theft Suspect, Ibrahim Ali During Eid el-Fitr Festivities

In a significant breakthrough during the Eid el-Fitr celebrations, the Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a man identified as Ibrahim Ali for allegedly stealing a Toyota Starlet car in Jimeta, Yola North Local Government Area of the state. The apprehension came as a result of diligent stop and search operations conducted by police operative

Tragedy As Mother And Daughter Died In Adamawa Auto Crash

A 32-year-old woman, Anisim Lois Bayero and her mother, Sarah Basil Bayero, died in a motor accident in Adamawa State. It was gathered that three of their relatives also perished in the accident which occurred on April 6, 2024. Mother and daughter were laid to rest on Tuesday, April 9 in their hometown, Bare in Numan Local Government Area of Adam

HORROR: Butcher, Ibrahim Abubakar Stabs Wife To Death In Adamawa

A butcher in Adamawa State has killed his wife with a knife.The suspect, 33-year-old Ibrahim Abubakar, had accused his wife, 25-year-old Hajara Sa’adu, of taking his phone before he stabbed her to death.The state police command said the suspect, who resides in the Sabon Gari area of Girei Local Government Area stabbed the deceased around her bac

How Mob Kills Mentally Unstable Man For Attacking, Injuring Couple In Adamawa

An angry mob has beaten to death a man who allegedly attacked a couple and inflicted injuries on them.The angry mob, in Jabbi Lamba, a community in Girei Local Government Area of Adamawa State, descended on the man, said to be mentally ill, after he attacked a husband and his wife for no apparent cause.The man, identified simply as Adamu, was kill
Police Arrest 4 Suspected Armed Robbers In Adamawa, Recover Stolen Tricycle

Four suspected armed robbers have been arrested by men of the Adamawa State Police Command.During the arrest, the police recovered the tricycle they allegedly took from one Nuhu Muhammad.Muhammed raised the alarm after he was attacked along Jimeta Bridge in the state capital, Yola, on Sunday.A statement by the state Police Public Relations Officer

Photo of Suspected Kidnapper Arrested While Trying to Collect Ransom in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested one Roland Raymond, 32 years, a resident of Detti village, Ganye LGA, for the offense of criminal intimidation associated with kidnapping.The suspect was arrested following a report by Alhaji Yahya Congo and Abraham Paul, who stated that the suspect called them via phone and demanded the sum of 600,000
VIDEO: NNPC Fuel Station in Yola, Adamawa State Razed By Fire

On Wednesday night, March 27, a devastating fire tore through the NNPC (Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation) fuel station located in Yola, Adamawa State. The inferno, which started late in the evening, caused extensive damage to the station and nearby structures.Eyewitnesses reported thick plumes of smoke billowing into the night sky as flames

Suspected Smugglers Attack Customs Officers In Adamawa

Officers attached to Adamawa/Taraba Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC), have been ambushed by smugglers.The public relations officer of the command, Naomi Titus, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday, March 23, 2024, said one officer was severely injured in the violent attack According to the spokesperson, following the u
Photos: Customs Officers Attacked By Suspected Smugglers In Adamawa

Suspected smugglers launched a violent attack on officers attached to the Adamawa/Taraba Command of the Nigeria Customs Service (NSC). The public relations officer of the command, Naomi Titus, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday, March 23, 2024, said one officer was severely injured in the violent attack According to the spokespe

Adamawa Police Apprehend Six Suspects For Receiving Stolen Tricycles

In a proactive move against tricycle theft, the Adamawa State Police Command has announced the arrest of six individuals suspected of receiving stolen tricycles.According to a statement released by the command's Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the arrests were made on Wednesday, March 20, marking a significant milestone in the
Adamawa Police Apprehend Woman For Hiring A Criminal To Rob Her Friend Of Her Iphone

Authorities in Adamawa State have apprehended a 24-year-old woman identified as Besty Sabastine on suspicion of orchestrating a robbery involving her friend's iPhone. The arrest comes amid growing concerns over rising incidents of crime in the state.According to a statement released by the Adamawa State Police Command, Sabastine allegedly hir

It's The Alcohol and Drugs - Says 42yr Old Man Caught Defiling His 9yr Old Daughter in Adamawa

A 42-year-old man, Auwul Shaibu has been arrested for allegedly r3ping his 9-year biological daughter. He was arrested by men of the Adamawa State Police Command. The incident occurred in Kabak Mubi South local government area on Monday, March 11. The suspect Auwal Shaibu was apprehended following a report by his wife Asmau Isa. During

Face Of Two Suspected Kidnappers Arrested By Police In Adamawa

Two suspects, Ahmed Muhammad, 37-year-old a resident of Song Local Government area and Muhammed Haruna, 25 Years, a resident of Jambutu, Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State were arrested by the Police in Collaboration with Hunters on Sunday, March 10.The authorities acted upon information and arrested the suspects who were on the wan
Married Woman's Lover Stabs Her Husband to Death in Adamawa

The police in Adamawa state have arrested a thirty-five-year-old man identified as Ishaya Markus for allegedly stabbing a man to death during a quarrel in a community in Fufore LGAon March 3.The deceased, Franchise Albert and his 20-year-old wife, Libiyatu, had been having family issues since 2022 after she began having an extramarital affair with
How Hoodlums Attack Adamawa Commissioner, Mohammed Sadiq, Steal His Car

Hoodlums reportedly attacked the Yola home of Adamawa State Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources Development, Mohammed Sadiq, on Monday.The commissioner, injured by the hoodlums who took away his official car, was admitted for medical attention at a private hospital in Yola.It was learnt that the incident happened in the early hours
Corps Member Dies Watching Super Eagles AFCON Semi-Finals Penalty Shootout In Adamawa

A member of the National Youth Service Corps serving in Adamawa State has reportedly died during the penalty shootouts of the match between Nigeria and South Africa on Wednesday evening.The corps member identified only as Samuel from Kaduna State, allegedly passed away just before the final kick which secured Nigeria’s win in the match, The Nati