Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
NIGERIA, ADAMAWA – The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of one Umar Shuaibu for who physically assaulted his niece, Salamatu Yakubu, 22, in Angwan Tana, Jimeta area of the state.
The state police command’s image maker, SP Suleiman Nguroje confirmed this in a statement he made available to Journalists in the state.
A video of Shuaibu slapping and kicking the victim had circulated on social media.
According to Nguroje “On 13th March, 2025, a woman, Salamatu Yakubu, 22 years old, of Angwan Tana, was physically assaulted and severely beaten by her uncle Umar Shuaibu.
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“During the assault, an individual recorded the incident and shared the video on social media.”
The police image maker said concerned citizens, Good Samaritans, non-governmental organisations, and civil society organisations made several calls to the police.
Nguroje said the timely response from the police led to the suspect’s arrest.
He said that the victim has been taken to the hospital for medical attention and is responding to treatment.
He added that the suspect is currently in custody at the Gender Unit of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for diligent investigation and prosecution.
“The command assures the public that the case will be thoroughly investigated and the suspect will be prosecuted under the relevant sections of the law,” Nguroje said.