A tragic incident occurred in Ashaka, a community in Funakaye Local Government Area of Gombe State, where a 14-year-old boy lost his life after allegedly being tricked into drinking a dangerous mixture.

The grieving father of the deceased boy, Usman Dala, went to the Ashaka Police Station to report the sad event. He explained that on May 1, 2025, his son Abdullahi and his son’s friend, Hassan Adamu, were approached by a man named Babayo Adamu from the Feshingo area of Ashaka.

Reports indicate that the man gave the boys a locally made substance suspected to be harmful. Sadly, Abdullahi passed away after taking it, while Hassan became very sick and had to be rushed to Bajoga General Hospital for emergency treatment.

According to police sources, the report came in around 6:12 p.m. Officers quickly moved to the location and took pictures of Abdullahi’s body as part of their investigation.

Thankfully, doctors were able to stabilize Hassan’s condition, though it was considered very serious at first.

The police are actively investigating the matter and working to find and arrest the suspect, Babayo Adamu, who has since gone into hiding. This was confirmed by security expert Zagazola Makama.

This heartbreaking case has raised concern in the community. Leaders and parents are urging everyone to be more watchful and educate children about the dangers of taking unknown substances from strangers.