The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a man for allegedly def!ling his eight-month-old stepdaughter in Toro Local Government Area of the state.
The spokesperson for the command, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
According to the statement, a report was received on Wednesday, August 26, alleging that the suspect, Balarabe Adamu, a resident of Lame in Toro LGA and stepfather of the victim, “s3xually abused his 8-month-old stepdaughter, who was brought to his residence by his wife.”
Following the incident, the victim was immediately taken to the General Hospital, Toro, for medical examination and treatment.
“The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a suspect in connection with an alleged case of defilement involving an 8-month-old baby in Toro Local Government Area,” the statement read.
“In line with the Command’s mandate to protect vulnerable persons and ensure the prosecution of s3xual offenders, a report was received on Wednesday, 26th August, 2026 at about 1734hrs.
“It was alleged that one Balarabe Adamu, a step father and resident of Lame in Toro LGA, sexually abused his 8-months old step daughter, who was brought to his residence by his wife.
“Following the incident, the victim was immediately 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 Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc (+), has condemned the act in the strongest terms.
“He assured members of the public that the case will be thoroughly investigated and the suspect will be charged to court upon conclusion, in accordance with the law.
“Furthermore, the Command reiterates its zero-tolerance stance on all forms of s3xual violence and child abuse.
“Parents, guardians, and community leaders are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious act to the nearest police station for prompt intervention.
“Further updates on the case will be communicated to the public in due course.”