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Zamfara Police Command Arrests 57 suspects who took part in the post elections violence
Zamfara Police Command Arrests 57 suspects who took part in the post elections violence
By: Bodunrin Kayode
The Zamfara State Police Command has arrested a total of 57 suspects who took part directly or indirectly in the post elections violence that erupted following the announcement of Governorship election result in the State recently.
A release signed by Command spokesman Mohammed Shehu stated that detectives have equally recovered some of the looted and vandalised properties in connection with the mob action .
The release recalled that, Detectives led by the Commissioner of Police (CP) Kolo Yusuf had earlier arrested 40 suspects and recovered some of the looted and vandalised properties worth millions of Naira which were showcased to the press and later charged to court and remanded in custodial services.
“As a follow up to the ongoing efforts, the following suspects and exhibits were also arrested and recovered, Yusuf Magaji also known as Mai Anguwa 60 and 16 other suspects.
” Additional Exhibits recovered include 2 semi silence Generator belonging to ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Gusau,
2 Standing Refrigerator, Vandalised doors, windows, Tables, chairs, electric wires and different calibres of electronics.
” Others include sets of Cushion Chairs, 40 pieces of women wrappers, burglar proof for Windows, pillar reinforcement rods.” said the release.
SP Mohammed Shehu said that in the course of investigation, Suspects confessed to the commission of the offence and further narrated how they invaded APC Campaign offices belonging to Senator Kabiru Marafa and Senator Daniya and looted property worth millions of Naira.
He stated that effort is being made to arrest their collaborators and charge to court for prosecution accordingly.
Arrest of notorious bandit on wanted list
The State Police Command has also arrested a 25 year old bandit Suleiman Balarabe who held sway in the State terrorizing residents for a long time.
“On 29th March, 2023 at about 0330am, Police operatives while on patrol acted on intelligence information arrested the above named suspect who was already in the wanted list of the Police for Banditry, Kidnapping and other heinous crimes against the good people of Zamfara State.
“In the course of investigation, the Suspect confessed to series of attacks and kidnappings on different communities in Zamfara State where millions of Naira collected as ransom from the Relations.”
The release said that the suspect who further confessed to bearing General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) during their operations, mentioned some of his allies which the police detectives is working assiduously and discreetly to arrest.
Arrest of 2 suspects in possession of 18 rustled cows, 3 goats and 1 sheep.
The suspects includes: Umar Abdullahi 32, Sani Musa aka Dangodal 55 and Yahaya ‘aka Chairman now at large.
The release went on “On Friday 31st March, 2023 Police while on patrol acted on intelligence information, intercepted and arrested 3 Toyota Buses loaded with suspected stolen cows, sheep and goats from Dansadau to Gusau.
” On sighting the Police, the suspects attempted to abandon the vehicles and exhibits to escape, but they were rounded up and arrested by the Police operatives.
” suspects are currently undergoing discreet Investigation that will lead to the arrest of their collaborators before being charged to court for prosecution.”
Arrest Of a Notorious Member Of Sara Suka Terrorising Gusau By Snatching Handsets And Other Armed Robbery.
“On Friday 31st March, 2023 Police detectives while on patrol arrested one of the notorious members of Sara – Suka terrorising Gusau and its environ.
” in the course of investigation, the suspect Arabi Lawali confessed how he and his collaborators in crime robbed people of their belongings especially Handsets.
” investigation is ongoing with a view to arresting other suspects and charging them to court for prosecution.
” CP Kolo Yusuf while applauding the people of Zamfara State for their unalloyed support and partnership, tasked them to sustain the synergy with the Police and other security agencies for effective service delivery.” The release noted.
Zamfara Police Command Arrests 57 suspects who took part in the post elections violence
Troops neutralise terrorist, destroy camps in Zamfara offensive
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under 1 Brigade, in conjunction with Operation FANSAN YAMMA (OPFY), have neutralised a suspected terrorist and destroyed several camps during an offensive operation in Zamfara State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 4:00 a.m. on April 27 when troops conducted a fighting patrol to Dan Gajeru and Kokomba areas in Tsafe Local Government Area.
The sources disclosed that troops made contact with terrorists during the operation, leading to an exchange of fire.
According to the sources, one terrorist was neutralised, while troops recovered two locally fabricated firearms, two motorcycles, eight mobile phones, and assorted hard drugs.
The sources added that several terrorist camps were also destroyed during the operation.
They further stated that troops have continued clearance operations in the general area to consolidate gains and prevent the re-establishment of criminal hideouts.
Troops neutralise terrorist, destroy camps in Zamfara offensive
Troops disrupt terrorist logistics supply in Niger, recover items
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army under 22 Brigade and Sector 1, Operation Safe Haven, have disrupted the activities of suspected terrorist logistics suppliers in Niger State.
Security sources said the operation was carried out at about 7:30 a.m. on April 26 when troops, led by the Brigade Commander, Brig.-Gen. N.N. Rume, conducted an offensive operation at Latan Daji in Patigi Local Government Area.
The sources disclosed that troops made contact with the suspected logistics suppliers during the operation and engaged them, forcing the suspects to abandon their items and flee the area.
Items recovered include three motorcycles, a sack containing assorted soft drinks, and half bags of rice and gari.
According to the sources, the Brigade Commander also held a meeting with village heads in the area, warning them against associating with or providing logistics support to criminal elements.
The sources added that troops have since returned to Forward Operating Base (FOB) Patigi, while surveillance and patrols have been intensified in the area.
Troops disrupt terrorist logistics supply in Niger, recover items
Troops rescue kidnapped victim in Benue
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have rescued a kidnapped victim in Gwer West Local Government Area of Benue State.
Security sources said the rescue was carried out at about 11:00 p.m. on April 26 by troops deployed at Forward Operating Base (FOB) Bilawa-Jor during a fighting patrol around Naka.
The sources disclosed that the victim was found during the operation and safely extracted by the troops.
According to preliminary investigation, the victim had gone missing during an earlier attack at Mbapa community in the same local government area.
The sources added that the rescued victim has been evacuated to Naka General Hospital for medical attention.
Troops rescue kidnapped victim in Benue
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