Bauchi police begin probe into death of man during alleged police interrogation in Misau

The Bauchi State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the death of a 20-year-old man, Abdullahi Adamu, following allegations that he was assaulted by police operatives during interrogation in Misau Local Government Area.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, said the Command has become aware of reports circulating on social media, alleging that officers attached to a police outpost under the Misau Division assaulted the victim while questioning him over a case under investigation.

According to the statement, Abdullahi Adamu, a resident of Sebore Village in Hardawa District, was initially admitted to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Misau, before being referred to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, where he died while receiving treatment on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Reacting to the incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, said the Command views issues of professionalism, respect for human rights, and due process with utmost seriousness.

“The Command takes issues of professionalism, respect for human rights, and due process very seriously,” the commissioner said.

He added that he had ordered an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“The Command is committed to ensuring that justice is served and that appropriate disciplinary and legal actions will be taken against any personnel found culpable in accordance with the provisions of the law,” Aliyu stated.

The police commissioner also expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and prayed for the repose of his soul.

The Command appealed to members of the public with useful information that could assist the investigation to come forward.

Bauchi police begin probe into death of man during alleged police interrogation in Misau