The Adamawa State Police Command has launched an inquiry into the alleged shooting of a businessman by military soldiers in Mubi North Local Government Area of the state.
SP Suleiman Nguroje, the command’s spokeswoman, confirmed this in a statement made on Tuesday.
According to the statement, Mr. Muslim Abubakar of Yelwa Ward, Mubi North, reported the incident to police on August 3, 2026.
The statement partly read, “He alleged that his younger brother, Suleiman Abubakar, sustained a gunshot injury during an encounter with some military personnel on the night of August 2, 2026.
“Upon receipt of the report, police operatives led by the Divisional Police Officer, Mubi North Division, immediately visited the scene and ensured that the victim received prompt medical attention.”
According to the command, the person was first taken to a medical facility in Mubi before being transferred to a more advanced medical facility in Yola for additional treatment.
The Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Kabiru Hassan, has asked the State Criminal Investigation Department to undertake a thorough and impartial inquiry into the event.
According to the statement, the command has also made contact with the appropriate military authorities to assure their cooperation during the investigation.
“The Adamawa State Police Command, while appealing for calm, assures members of the public that the investigation will be conducted professionally and transparently.
“Anyone with useful information that may assist the investigation is encouraged to come forward to the nearest police station or contact the Police Public Relations Office,” the statement added.
The latest incident comes amid mounting concerns over claimed instances of excessive use of force by security forces in several sections of the country.
