The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 70-year-old man, identified as Usman Abubakar, over the alleged defilement of an eight-year-old girl in the Tsakanin Bayara area of Bauchi metropolis.

The suspect was arrested following a complaint lodged by the girl’s 48-year-old father at the ‘E’ Division of the Nigeria Police Force in Yelwa on Wednesday, August 26, 2026.

According to the police, the alleged incident occurred on Sunday, August 24, at about 11:00 a.m.

The girl’s father reportedly told the police that Abubakar allegedly lured his daughter to an uncompleted building within the area, where he allegedly had unlawful sexual intercourse with her.

Following the complaint, operatives of the division moved in and arrested the suspect.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, said the suspect allegedly confessed to the offence during interrogation.

The victim was subsequently taken to the Police Clinic for medical examination and necessary care.

The Commissioner of Police in Bauchi State, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the alleged offence and assured members of the public that the matter would be thoroughly investigated.

The police said the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Bauchi, for discreet investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner also directed that the suspect be charged to court in accordance with the law after the completion of the investigation.

The Bauchi State Police Command reiterated its zero-tolerance stance towards sexual violence and child abuse, urging parents, guardians and members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities or cases of abuse to the nearest police station.