- Adamawa Police arrested a man after a viral video showed him displaying an AK-47 rifle and making disturbing remarks.
- The viral video caused panic among residents as the suspect claimed he could sell or lease the weapon.
- The Adamawa Police also detained four officers after another viral video.
- Investigations into both viral video incidents are ongoing, with the police promising accountability.
The Adamawa Police Command has arrested a 32 year old man after a viral video captured him boldly displaying an AK-47 rifle, sparking fear and widespread concern among residents.
Police confirmed that the suspect, Anas Dauda, from the Jalingo B area in Lamorde Ward of Mubi South Local Government Council, appeared in the viral video holding the rifle with three magazines attached, making threatening comments and even claiming he could sell or rent the weapon.
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According to the Command’s spokesperson, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, the viral video immediately triggered alarm, prompting the Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, to order the Divisional Police Officer in Mubi South to track down the suspect. Within hours, operatives traced Dauda to a remote location in Mubi town and arrested him.
Dauda is currently in custody, while police intensify efforts to recover the AK-47 rifle and determine how he obtained it. The Commissioner has handed the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Yola for discreet investigation and prosecution.
While addressing the development, CP Morris warned residents against actions that could endanger public peace, stressing that the Command will not tolerate any breach of security or unlawful possession of weapons.
In a separate development, the Adamawa Police Command has detained four police officers also captured in a viral video using excessive force while arresting a suspect on October 14, 2025, in Sabon Gari Quarters, Fufore Local Government Council.
The video showed the officers shooting and acting aggressively, behavior the Commissioner described as unprofessional and unacceptable. He emphasized that the Command will discipline any officer who abuses power or violates policing ethics.
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“I will not condone indiscipline or abuse of authority. The law will take its full course,” he stated.
He further ordered the Assistant Commissioner of Police heading the IGP’s X-Squad to conduct a transparent investigation.
CP Morris urged residents to remain calm and assured the public that the Adamawa Police is committed to accountability and professional policing.
