The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old woman, Rabi Abubakar, over allegations that she poured boiling water on her pregnant co-wife during a domestic dispute in Daba Village, Bauchi Local Government Area.
According to reports, the incident occurred on July 17, 2026, following an argument between the suspect and her 30-year-old co-wife.
The victim sustained serious injuries and was immediately taken to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital in Bauchi, where she is currently receiving medical treatment.
The police said that while receiving treatment and despite sustaining severe burns, the victim gave birth to a baby boy on July 19. The newborn, who reportedly suffered severe burn injuries, died the same day.
The victim, however, is said to be stable and responding to treatment.
According to a statement issued by the Spokesman of the Command, SP Nafiu Habib , the suspect was traced and arrested following a report received from the Dabe Police Outpost, Soro Division, on July 22.
The command said the suspect allegedly confessed to the offence during preliminary interrogation.
The suspect is currently in police custody and the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the incident assuring the public that the command would ensure diligent prosecution of the case.
He urged residents to embrace peaceful resolution of disputes and report cases of domestic violence to the police for prompt intervention.
