Police vow to tackle violent crime in Bauchi 

The Bauchi State Police Command has reiterated its commitment to eliminating violent crime and combating terrorism in the state by launching the Violent Crime Response Unit.

The state Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, made the pledge on Tuesday during the unit’s official inauguration in Bauchi.

Speaking on the theme, “Enhancing Accountability, Strengthening Public Trust and Promoting Professionalism in Policing,” the police commissioner said the establishment of the unit was aimed at addressing emerging security threats, particularly kidnapping, armed robbery, banditry, and related crimes.

According to him, the vision behind the initiative is to create a practical operational unit that works strictly within the law, respects human rights, relies on credible intelligence, and collaborates closely with communities.

He stressed that the new unit was not a rebranding of any former tactical formation but a fresh operational framework built on professionalism, discipline, accountability, and public confidence.

Sani-Omolori disclosed that a rigorous and transparent screening exercise was conducted for officers selected into the unit.

“You were interviewed and assessed based on operational competence, integrity, discipline, physical fitness and understanding of human rights principles.

I am pleased to announce that 54 officers successfully passed the screening process and have been selected for the initial deployment into the BCRU,” he said.

He explained that the officers had undergone intensive training in areas including human rights, professional conduct, rules of engagement, intelligence-led policing, tactical operations, lawful arrest procedures, detention processes and the use of force.

“The training was designed to ensure that every officer clearly understands that professionalism and respect for human dignity are fundamental requirements of modern policing,” he added.

The commissioner further announced the appointment of CSP Abdulrazak Musa as commander of the unit in the state, describing him as an experienced operational officer with a proven track record in tackling kidnapping, robbery and banditry within and outside Bauchi State.

He noted that one of the major innovations of the initiative was the establishment of a civilian oversight board for the unit.

He also acknowledged the support of Governor Bala Mohammed towards enhancing security efforts across the state and praised the commissioner of police for his leadership and commitment to maintaining peace and stability.

The emir pledged the continued cooperation, goodwill and prayers of the traditional institution for the success of the initiative and sustained peace in Bauchi State.