The Bauchi Command of the Nigeria Police arrested one Dauda Saidu, a scavenger who was allegedly caught desecrating a grave at the Yelwa Christian Cemetery.

Police Command Spokesman, Ahmed Wakil made this known in a statement sent to our correspondent.

“On September 20, 2024, the Bauchi State Police Command arrest Dauda Saidu, a 21-year-old scavenger resident of Yelwa, for trespassing, vandalism, and theft.

“The detainee unlawfully entered a Christian cemetery in the Yelwan Kagadama area of Bauchi, causing damage to several graves and removing iron rods during daylight hours.

“Following interrogation, Saidu confessed to the offenses, admitting to stealing multiple iron rods and selling them to scrap metal buyers in separate transactions, amounting to ₦9,500, ₦12,000, and ₦5,500, respectively.

“Saidu disclosed that the proceeds were used to purchase an undisclosed quantity of Indian hemp and food items for personal consumption.

“CP Auwal Musa Muhammad, psc, Anipr, has instructed that Saidu be prosecuted following the conclusion of the investigation.

“Additionally, he emphasized the importance of parental supervision and urged parents and guardians to be vigilant in monitoring their children and wards,” he said.