Bauchi Police Arrest Two Drug Dealers, Seize Illicit Substances

On 21st October 2026, the Bauchi State Police Command arrested two suspected drug dealers, Dahiru Muhammad, a 29-year-old from Mararaban Liman Katagum, and Victor Godwin, a 31-year-old from the Bayan Gari area of Bauchi metropolis. The arrests were made by the Violent Crimes Response Unit (VCRU) based on credible intelligence.

During a search of Muhammad's premises, police recovered 124 wraps of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, 12 tablets of 100mg Tramadol, and 50 Exzol tablets. Preliminary investigations indicated that these substances belonged to an individual known as 'G-Man', who remains at large.

In a separate operation on the same day, Godwin was found in possession of 14 sachets and quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Colorado and Indian hemp, which he was allegedly selling. Both suspects are currently in police custody, and investigations are ongoing.

They will be charged in court after the investigation is completed. Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, reaffirmed the Command's commitment to eliminating criminal activities in Bauchi State.