Drug peddlers arrested, illicit substances recovered in Abuja raids

By: Zagazola Makama

Three suspected drug peddlers have been arrested in Abuja following a series of coordinated raids on identified black spots, leading to the recovery of various illicit substances.

Zagazola Makama gathered from police sources that the suspects, identified as Ahmed Lawal, Joy Josiah, and Sule Nuhu, were apprehended on June 23 at Dutse Alhaji’s Limpopo Street and behind the MTN Office in Maitama, following actionable intelligence.

During the operation, large quantities of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, sachets of a substance known as “Ghana Loud,” eight sachets of Arizona, and several tablets of a drug locally referred to as “Moly” were recovered from the suspects.

The source said that the raid was part of an ongoing effort to clamp down on narcotics distribution and abuse in the Federal Capital Territory.

The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing interrogation, while the seized substances have been documented as exhibits pending further investigation and prosecution.

Drug peddlers arrested, illicit substances recovered in Abuja raids

Three kidnapped victims regain freedom in Abuja after pressure from local security forces

By: Zagazola Makama

Three individuals who were abducted along the Guzape–Abacha Barracks bypass in Abuja have regained their freedom following intensified search and rescue efforts by local vigilantes and community security outfits.

Zagazola Makama, gathered from security sources that the victims Ibrahim Mohammed, Sylvester Danjuma, and Cynthia John were reportedly released late Monday night, around 11:00 p.m., near the Waru–Wasa Forest area, days after their suspected abduction.

Zagazola recalls that on June 22, two Toyota Corolla vehicles were found abandoned along the bypass, raising alarm about a possible abduction of the occupants.

In response, coordinated efforts by security forces and residents were launched across surrounding communities and forest corridors to locate and secure the release of the missing individuals.

Family sources and eyewitnesses confirmed that the victims were freed without reported injuries and have since been reunited with their loved ones.

Efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend the perpetrators behind the abduction, while investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Three kidnapped victims regain freedom in Abuja after pressure from local security forces

Gunmen kill herder, abduct brother in Kwara Fulani camp attack

By: Zagazola Makama

A deadly night attack by armed men on a Fulani settlement in Ologoma, Oke Ode area of Kwara State, has left one herder dead and his younger brother abducted.

Zagazola Makama gathered that the assailants, numbering about six, stormed the camp at about 10:40 p.m. on June 23, shooting Alhaji Abubakar, a prominent resident of the Fulani Camp, and abducting his younger brother, Muhamudu Usman.

Alhaji Abubakar was rushed to the General Hospital in Lafiagi, but was confirmed dead on arrival by the medical personnel on duty.

A round of AK-47 live ammunition was recovered from the crime scene by authorities, while the deceased’s body was released to his family for burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

Police sources say efforts are currently underway to locate and rescue the abducted victim, with investigation ongoing to identify and arrest those responsible for the attack.

Gunmen kill herder, abduct brother in Kwara Fulani camp attack