The Gombe State Police Command has apprehended four suspected armed robbers in connection with a violent home invasion in Bajoga, Funakaye Local Government Area.
An intelligence-driven operation led to the arrest of the suspects, identified as Manu Muhammed, also known as Bappa Charger; Auwalu Muhammed, alias Yellow, aged 30; Ubaida Sani, 19, from Pantami Quarters; and Hussaini Muhammed, 19, from Madaki Quarters.
In a statement on Friday, the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, disclosed that the suspects broke into the home of 25-year-old Muhammed Ahmed at Unguwar Matasa Quarters around 1:30 a.m. on June 26, 2025.
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Wielding machetes and sticks, they violently entered the house and threatened to take the victim’s life if he refused to cooperate.
“Under serious threat and intimidation, the gang dispossessed the victim of a Haojue motorcycle worth N1.6 million, three Android phones valued at N336,000, and a cash sum of N134,000,” Abdullahi said.
He further stated that swift action by officers from the Bajoga Division resulted in the arrest of the four suspects and the recovery of key exhibits, including the stolen motorcycle, three Android phones, a fabricated master key, three machetes, a knife, and N74,150 in cash suspected to be part of the stolen items.
The suspects remain in custody and will be prosecuted in court once the investigation is completed.
Abdullahi noted that the operation reflects the Gombe State Police Command’s commitment to cracking down on criminal activities.
Reacting to the development, Commissioner of Police Bello Yahaya praised the officers for their swift response and issued a stern warning that the command would not condone any form of criminal activity within the state.
“Our message to all criminals is simple—Gombe will not provide you a safe. We are committed to pursuing every lead and ensuring the safety of our people,” he said.
The command also urged residents to stay alert and keep supporting the police with timely and useful information.
“Security is a shared responsibility. With the support of the public, we can keep our communities safe,” Abdullahi added.
