Bauchi Police Investigate Alleged Child Poisoning Cases

In Bauchi, a woman named Fatima Ibrahim is accused of poisoning her six-year-old stepson, Mubarak Ibrahim. The incident occurred in Kwaimawa community, where Mubarak fell ill after consuming a drink given to him by Fatima.

He began vomiting uncontrollably and was rushed to the Primary Health Care Centre in Kwaimawa and later to the Federal Medical Centre in Gombe, where he died on October 24, 2026, after eight days of medical intervention. Following a report from the Village Head of Kwaimawa, police arrested Fatima Ibrahim, who is currently in custody as investigations continue.

In a separate incident, five-year-old Jabiba Abubakar was reported missing in Zaila Community. Her body was discovered on October 24, 2026, in a pit behind the village.

Police arrested Sadiku Musa in connection with her death. Both cases have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.

Commissioner of Police Sani-Omolori Aliyu expressed deep sorrow over the incidents and emphasized the need for community vigilance regarding children's safety.