Four armed robbery suspects have been detained by the Adamawa State Police Command in relation to a criminal conspiracy, dangerous weapon possession, criminal trespass, and robbery case at the Corpers’ Lodge, Specialist Hospital, Jimeta, Yola.
The suspects are Elkana Ishaya, 17, of Clarck Quarters, Jimeta; Mubarak Abubakar, 22, of Galadima Street, Jimeta; Musa Umar, 30, of Samunaka; and Kabiru Tanko, 20, of Galadima Street, Jimeta, according to a statement released on Friday by the command’s spokesperson, Suleiman Nguroje.
“The incident occurred on 27th June, 2026, at the Corpers’ Lodge situated within Specialist Hospital, Jimeta, where the suspects, armed with dangerous weapons, criminally trespassed into the lodge and robbed about thirty-six (36) corps members of their valuables, including mobile phones.
Police officers assigned to Karewa Area Command promptly started an investigation after receiving the report, which resulted in the arrest of four suspects and the recovery of four (4) stolen mobile phones from the victims,” Nguroje stated.
According to the statement, the investigation is currently ongoing in an effort to apprehend further gang members who are still at large and retrieve more stolen phones.
It further stated that following the conclusion of the inquiry, the suspects would face charges in court.
The public, especially corps members, were reassured by Adamawa State Command Commissioner of Police Kabir Hassan of the command’s dedication to protecting people and property.
The CP also advised locals to notify the closest police station right once of any suspicious individuals or movements.
