The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a man over the alleged defilement of his eight-month-old stepdaughter in Toro Local Government Area.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Thursday on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu.
The police said the report was received on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, at about 5:34pm. Balarabe Adamu, a resident of Lame in Toro LGA and the victim’s stepfather, was accused of “sexually abused his 8-month-old stepdaughter, who was brought to his residence by his wife.”
Following the report, the child was taken to General Hospital, Toro, for medical examination and treatment.
“Upon receipt of the report, operatives attached to Gumau Division swiftly responded and arrested the suspect. He is currently in custody and undergoing investigation,” the statement said.
CP Aliyu condemned the alleged act and assured the public that the matter would be fully investigated.
He said the suspect would be charged to court after the investigation, in line with the law.
The command restated its zero-tolerance policy towards sexual violence and child abuse. It also urged parents, guardians and community leaders to stay alert and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station.
Further updates, the command said, would be made public in due course.
