By Yemi Shola, Bauchi
A 70-year old man, Lawan Sani, of Bakin Kura area of Bauchi metropolis, suspected to a serial rapist of teenagers, has been arrested by the Bauchi State Police Command.
The 70-year old was arrested for allegedly attempting to rape a 16-year old teenager, of Anguwan Sarakuna, Bauchi.
The Command has therefore launched a discreet investigation following the arrest of the septuagenarian for multiple counts of sexual assault involving teenage girls.
According to the Command Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Ahmed Wakili: “On the 01/09/25 at about 1600hrs, a distress call was receipt which indicated that an elderly man identified as one Lawan Sani aged 70, of Bakin Kura area of Bauchi was arrested on the spot in an attempt to commit an offence, to wit: rape with a teenager (real name withheld) aged 16yrs, of Unguwar Sarakuna Bauchi in a house situated at Unguwar Sarakuna area of Bauchi where the old man serve as watchman.
“On receipt of the report, operatives attached to C Divisional Police Headquarters, led by the DPO, SP Naziru Abubakar Pindiga, quickly acted and arrested the suspect.
“During interrogation, he confessed to having previously influenced the minor with N500 into the same residence.
“Investigation further revealed that the suspect had sexually molested two additional teenagers, names withheld, through the same techniques.
“Moreover, the three victims were invited to an interview in which the teenagers confirmed the allegations and further disclosed that the suspect had sexually molested them over 15 times on different occasions and usually threatened them against disclosing to others.
“Subsequently, both the victims and the suspects were subjected to series of medical examinations to determine their health condition.”
The Police Command also said in a statement that “on 06/09/2025 at about 0800hrs, information at the Command’s disposal indicated that an unknown person was sighted wandering at an exclusive hotel situated around Ahmadu Bello Way, Bauchi, in possession of a Sienna LE (gold and ash colour) with registration number. DKN-254-DW.
“Upon receiving the information, a team of detectives attached to ‘B’ Divisional Police headquarters, GRA was immediately dispatched to the scene, luckily, they arrested the suspect, Ibrahim Uzairu, aged 30, of Pantami area, Gombe State, and recovered the vehicle.
“During interrogation, the suspect confessed to have conspired with some individuals to steal the Toyota Sienna car. Those arrested in connection with the offence are: Sani alias Mulmule, Abdullahi alias and Abdul, all of Gombe State.
“Preliminary investigation indicated that the suspects criminally conspired, went to Tsohuwar Kasuwa, Gombe State, and stole the Sienna parked beside the road.
“The investigation is ongoing to uncover more facts behind the case, after that, the suspects will be handed over to the Gombe State Police Command for further investigations and prosecution.”
The Command added that “in response to the increasing security challenges posed by advanced technologies, it is essential that we enhance our policing capabilities with improved facilities and equipment.
“This initiative aims to effectively combat the rising tide of criminal activity in our communities. While we acknowledge the complexities of this task, we remain committed to fulfilling our constitutional responsibility and ensuring the safety of all,” it added.
“The Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, urged all stakeholders to join the Command in recognising that security is a shared responsibility.
“He encouraged collaboration and support for the Nigeria Police Force from every sector as we work together to create an environment where citizens can live peacefully and confidently.”