Police arrest suspects after attack at Bauchi PDP event
Two suspected political thugs have been arrested in connection with an attack on a Peoples Democratic Party event in Bauchi. The incident reportedly disrupted the affirmation programme for a PDP governorship candidate, leading to property damage. Nafiu Habib, spokesperson for the Bauchi State Police Command, confirmed the arrests and ongoing investigation. The police have assured the public of their commitment to maintaining peace and security.
What happened
- The Bauchi State Police Command arrested two suspects linked to an attack on the PDP Secretariat in Bauchi.
- The incident occurred on May 24, 2026, during the party’s governorship primary election.
- Attackers vandalised campaign banners, damaged vehicle windscreens, and escaped on motorcycles.
- The suspects, Hamza Abdullahi (“Dawa”) and Abdul Malik Dahiru (“Black”), were apprehended after police investigations.
- The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Aliyu, warned against further violence and urged the public to report suspicious activities.
