Brother plucks 7-year-old sister’s eyes for money ritual in Bauchi
Police have arrested one Auwalu Dahiru, who allegedly plucked out the two eyes of his sister for money ritual in Bauchi State.
The incident occurred on 17th October 2025, at about 1800hrs, Bayan Dutse Village, Wailo, Kubi Ward, Ganjuwa Local Government Area of the state.
According to CSP Ahmed Mohammed Wakil, Police Public Relations Officer in the state, the suspect has been arrested together with his accomplices.
The victim, Rukayya, was evacuated to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), Bauchi, for medical treatment.
” Unfortunately, a medical doctor (eye specialist) at the hospital confirmed that the young girl will never regain her vision for the rest of her life,” the police spokesman said.
Six people arrested in connection with the crime include Auwal Dahiru, Mohammed Rabiu, Saleh Ibrahim, Nasiru Muhammad, Hassan Garba, and Garba Dahiru.
” During interrogation, the suspects voluntarily confessed to the crime. Investigation is ongoing to uncover the motive behind their heinous act and to bring all individuals connected to justice.”
