The Bauchi State Police Command has initiated an investigation into the suspected homicide of Jemimah Duts, the former Zonal Women Leader for the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Bauchi South. According to an official statement released by the command's Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, the incident was reported on October 3, 2026, at around 2:07 PM. A 49-year-old resident discovered Duts' lifeless body in a pool of blood inside her home at Muazu New Layout, Yelwa, Bauchi.
Authorities stated that Duts' throat had been slit by unidentified assailants. The police promptly visited the scene, documented it, and evacuated the body to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, for medical examination and autopsy. The investigation aims to unravel the circumstances surrounding her murder and bring perpetrators to justice. The police have assured the public that every effort is being made to apprehend those responsible.
Following the incident, Bauchi State Police Commissioner Sani-Omolori Aliyu directed the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department to take over the case and conduct a meticulous, discreet investigation. The police command has promised a relentless pursuit of justice and offered sincere commiserations to the victim's family, friends, and political colleagues.
The police have not released any information on potential suspects or motives behind the murder. The incident has sparked widespread concern and outrage in the community, with many calling for swift action to be taken to bring those responsible to justice. The APC has also been silent on the matter, but sources close to the party have expressed shock and sadness over Duts' tragic death.
Jemimah Duts was a prominent figure in Bauchi State politics, having served as the Zonal Women Leader for the APC in Bauchi South. Her death has sent shockwaves through the state's political landscape, with many leaders and politicians condemning the incident. The police have urged anyone with information about the murder to come forward and assist with the investigation.
The Bauchi State Police Command has assured the public that it will do everything possible to ensure that justice is served in this case. The command has also urged residents to remain calm and to report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The investigation is ongoing, and the police have promised to provide updates as more information becomes available.
The incident has highlighted concerns about the security situation in Bauchi State, particularly for women in politics. Many have called for increased measures to protect politicians and other public figures from violence and intimidation. The police have assured the public that they are taking steps to enhance security and prevent similar incidents in the future.
Key points
- The police are investigating the murder of Jemimah Duts, the former Zonal Women Leader for APC in Bauchi South.
- The incident occurred on October 3, 2026, at around 2:07 PM at Muazu New Layout, Yelwa, Bauchi.
- The police have promised a relentless pursuit of justice and urged anyone with information to come forward.
