A tragic clash between security operatives has rocked Bauchi State, following the alleged killing of a police constable by soldiers on Friday night.
The deceased officer, identified as Constable Ukasha Muhammed, was reportedly shot dead by military personnel during a confrontation in the Bayan Gari area of the state.
The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued by its spokesperson, CSP Ahmed Wakil, on Saturday.
According to him, the violent encounter occurred around 10:35 p.m. on October 10, 2025, when a police patrol team led by Inspector Hussaini Samaila came under attack.
“The patrol team encountered an assault on one of its members, Constable Ukasha Muhammed, by two individuals in front of Padimo Hotel. One suspect was arrested while the other fled,” the statement said.
The arrested suspect was identified as Private Usman Mubarak, a soldier attached to Operation Safe Haven in Jos, Plateau State.
Wakil revealed that about 30 minutes later, two other soldiers Private Yakubu Yahuza and Private Godspower Gabriel arrived at the scene armed and wearing partial military uniforms.
“They opened fire on Constable Muhammed, shooting him in the left chest before fleeing the scene,” Wakil added.
The wounded officer was rushed to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where he was confirmed dead by doctors.
His body has been deposited at the hospital’s morgue.
Two of the soldiers involved in the shooting have been arrested and are currently in police custody.
A homicide investigation team comprising seasoned detectives has been assigned to probe the incident thoroughly.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has ordered an autopsy to determine the precise cause of death and vowed to ensure a transparent investigation.
“We call for calm among police personnel and the public as we investigate this tragic incident,” the Commissioner said.
Meanwhile, the Nigerian Army has also confirmed the shooting. Captain Atang Hallet Solomon, Acting Assistant Director of Army Public Relations, 33 Artillery Brigade, told Channels Television that the incident occurred but said details were still being gathered.
“The Army will set up an investigation team to unravel the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate event,” Solomon assured.
This marks the second time in two months that a police officer has been allegedly killed by a soldier in Bauchi State.
In August, a Mobile Police Inspector was shot dead in Futuk, Alkaleri Local Government Area, under similar circumstances.
The repeated clashes have sparked growing concern about discipline and coordination among Nigeria’s security agencies, as citizens call for better inter-agency cooperation to prevent further loss of lives.
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