Crime
Police arrested Kidnappers ring leader, Others in Damaturu
Police arrested Kidnappers ring leader, Others in Damaturu
By Yahaya Wakili
Yobe State Police Command has busted a kidnapping syndicate where they arrested a kidnappers the kingpin who had been terrorizing communities in some parts of Borno, Adamawa and Yobe states.
This was disclosed in a Press Release issue by the Police Public Relations Officer, Yobe State Command, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim in Damaturu.
Police detectives from crack squad Damaturu acting on credible and actionable intelligence trailed and arrested Jobdi Muhammadu aged 42yrs a nomadic herder while planning for an operation to kidnap someone from Buni Yadi community of Gujba local government area of the state
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“At the time of the arrest the suspect was found in possession of a loaded AK47 rifle.” Police said
However, efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the syndicate.
“In addition detectives from Potiskum Divisional Police Headquarters arrested two Robbery suspects who specialize in burglary and breaking into people’s houses and vehicles.” The Police added.
According to the release, the modus operandi of these hoodlums is to hibernate in markets and banks and watch customers who withdraw large sums of money in order to tail and burgle the vehicle.
“A case in point is that on 19th August, 2022 at about 1400hrs, one Abdul Ibrahim of Damboa went to Access Bank in Potiskum and withdrew a large sum of money.
“The suspects namely, Yahaya Sunusi age 48yrs and Mohammed Musa age 47yrs all from Kano state trailed Abdul after leaving the Bank.
“The release further said, the suspects broke into the car and stole the sum of #1,200,000.00. The suspects were promptly arrested by the police then the money recovered will be charged to court at the completion of investigation.” The state said
According to the statement, the Commissioner of Police, Haruna G. Garba psc appreciates the cooperation and support of the Yobe State Government in ensuring security and safety of lives and properties in the state.
The CP therefore urges citizens to continue to support the command by providing useful and credible information at all times.
Police arrested Kidnappers ring leader, Others in Damaturu
Police Rescue Two Kidnap Victims After Gun Duel With Bandits in Katsina
By: Zagazola Makama
Operatives of the Katsina State Police Command have successfully rescued two kidnapped victims during a coordinated operation in Malumfashi Local Government Area.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that armed bandits had earlier attacked Gidan Filoti and Gidan Mairabo villages, abducting Hafsat Amadu, a female resident, and Musa Sani, a male.
Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Malumfashi led a joint security team on a rescue operation to Burdugau area, believed to be one of the bandits’ hideouts.
The security team engaged the bandits in a fierce gun duel, forcing the criminals to flee with bullet wounds and leaving the captives behind.
Both victims were rescued unhurt and have since been reunited with their families.
Police Rescue Two Kidnap Victims After Gun Duel With Bandits in Katsina
Mob Launches Reprisal Attack in Katsina, security forces Restore Calm
By: Zagazola Makama
A group of angry youths from Katsayal village in Sandamu Local Government Area of Katsina State launched a reprisal attack on neighbouring Takude village on Monday, setting several houses ablaze.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama the incident, which occurred at about 11:00 a.m., prompted the swift intervention of security forces from Dauda who moved to quell to quell the unrest and restore normalcy to the area.
Calm has since returned, and an investigation into the cause of the reprisal attack is currently ongoing.
In a move to ease tension and foster reconciliation, the Emir of Daura, His Royal Highness Alhaji Farouk Umar Farouk, visited Takude and addressed the affected communities, urging them to embrace peace and dialogue.
Meanwhile, security patrols and monitoring efforts are being intensified to prevent any escalation or further breakdown of law and order.
Mob Launches Reprisal Attack in Katsina, security forces Restore Calm
Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze
By: Zagazola Makama
A violent banditry attack occurred in Keta town, Tsafe Local Government Area (LGA) of Zamfara State on April 6, 2025, leaving one vigilante member dead and several vehicles destroyed. The attack was carried out by a large group of armed bandits, allegedly led by the notorious bandit kingpin “Ado Alero.”
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama they the bandits, heavily armed with AK-47 rifles and other dangerous weapons, stormed the town around 11:00 a.m. Upon arrival, they opened fire indiscriminately, resulting in the death of one vigilante member who attempted to resist the attack.
In addition to the loss of life, the bandits set fire to nine golf motor vehicles parked in the town, causing significant damage.
The assailants withdrew from the area after encountering strong resistance, during which one of the bandits was reportedly shot and killed.
Banditry Attack in Tsafe LGA, Zamfara: Vigilante Killed, Vehicles Set Ablaze
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