A heartbreaking discovery has shaken the residents of Bauchi metropolis.
The lifeless body of a newborn baby girl was found abandoned on a refuse dump at Kobi Street, near Wunti Gate, on Thursday morning.
The baby, wrapped tightly in two black leather bags, was reportedly left to die shortly after birth.
This tragic incident has left the local community in shock and mourning.
Community Leader Speaks
Musa Jibrin, the community leader of Wunti North, confirmed the grim discovery.
He said he was informed about the baby early Thursday morning by concerned residents.
“I was called early this morning and told that a lifeless baby girl was dumped behind Alhaji Babangida Mai Coca-Cola shop, where refuse is usually disposed of,” Jibrin explained.
“When we got to the place, I saw the baby tied inside two black leather bags.”
Moved by the horrifying sight, Jibrin immediately contacted the local hamlet leader, Mai Gunduma, for guidance.
“He directed me to report the matter to the police, and I did so promptly,” he added.
Police Take Action
The Bauchi State Police Command confirmed that officers were dispatched to the scene after the report was made.
The police collected the baby’s body and have launched an investigation into the incident.
The authorities are determined to uncover the circumstances surrounding the baby’s abandonment and death.
A spokesperson for the police assured the public that the investigation would be thorough.
“We urge anyone with information that can help our investigation to come forward,” the police official said.
Cases of newborn abandonment have been on the rise in some parts of Nigeria.
This incident in Bauchi is a grim reminder of the social issues leading to such tragedies.
Experts point to poverty, lack of education, and societal stigma as key factors.
Women who give birth out of wedlock or in extreme poverty often feel forced to take desperate measures.
Dr. Fatima Abubakar, a social worker, stressed the need for community support systems.
“We need to create safe spaces where women can seek help without fear of judgment,” she said.
