Yobe Police Aid Man After Family Tragedy in Fire Incident

The Yobe State Police Command has extended support to Mallam Abubakar Idi, who tragically lost his two wives and two children in a fire incident at Rugan Badali Fulani settlement in Karasuwa Local Government Area. The fire occurred on August 21, 2026, resulting in the loss of four family members.

Commissioner of Police, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin, presented relief materials and cash assistance to Idi at the State Police Headquarters in Damaturu as part of the command’s welfare scheme. The relief package included clothing, shoes, caps, water containers, cooking utensils, a mat, a blanket, a bag of millet, and cash to help meet his immediate needs.

Jibrin expressed sympathy for Idi's loss and emphasized the command’s commitment to public welfare and thorough investigations of reported cases. Idi expressed gratitude for the assistance and commended the police for their efforts to investigate the incident and identify the responsible party.

The Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Yusuf Adamu Aliyu, reiterated the command's dedication to supporting vulnerable community members.