The Adamawa State Police Command has launched an investigation into the alleged shooting of a businessman by military personnel in Mubi North Local Government Area of the state.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Nguroje, the incident was reported to the command on August 3, 2026, by Muslim Abubakar, a resident of Yelwa Ward in Mubi North.
The complainant alleged that his younger brother, Suleiman Abubakar, sustained a gunshot wound during an encounter with some military personnel on the night of August 2, 2026.
Following the report, police operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer of Mubi North Division visited the scene and ensured that the victim received immediate medical attention.
The victim was initially treated at a medical facility in Mubi before being referred to a specialist hospital in Yola for further treatment due to the severity of his injuries.
The Commissioner of Police in Adamawa State, CP Kabiru Hassan, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to carry out a comprehensive and impartial investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The command also confirmed that it has contacted the relevant military authorities to ensure cooperation throughout the investigation.
The police assured residents that the investigation would be conducted professionally, transparently and without bias, while promising that appropriate action would be taken based on the outcome of the findings.
Members of the public have been urged to remain calm and provide any useful information that could assist investigators in establishing the facts surrounding the alleged shooting.
The incident has renewed concerns over allegations of excessive use of force by security personnel in some parts of the country and has prompted calls for accountability and adherence to established rules of engagement.
