The Adamawa State Police Command has achieved another major success in its efforts to combat violent crimes, as officers from the Divisional Police Headquarters, Jada, have apprehended two suspects for the gruesome killing of a 10-year-old boy in Jada Local Government Area.
In a statement released on Sunday, the police spokesperson, CSP Suleiman Nguroje, announced the arrest of Ibrahim Abdul Malik (27 years old) and Aliyu Abdul Malik (18 years old), both residents of Anguwan Sarkin Yamma, Jada, in connection with the crime.
“The duo were alleged to have killed and beheaded a 10-year-old Almajiri, identified as Abdalla Lawali, of Anguwar Dubai, Jada.
“The victim was reported missing on March 7, 2025. Since then, a search has been ongoing to trace the missing child.”
He further stated:
“Upon receiving information on the suspects’ involvement, the Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Morris, deployed security personnel to the scene, where the decomposed body of the deceased was recovered in a sack bag.
“A search warrant was also executed at the suspects’ residence, where the head was found buried in a shallow grave within the house premises.”
During questioning, the suspects admitted to carrying out the act, expressed remorse, and attributed their actions to the devil.
The Commissioner of Police denounced the heinous crime and ordered that the case be handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department for an in-depth probe and legal proceedings.
He reassured the public that justice will be served and encouraged parents and guardians to stay alert and promptly report any suspicious activities in their communities to the police.
