Suspected Serial Killer “Abba Dujal” Surrenders to Police in Kano After Clearance Raids

By: Zagazola Makama

A suspected serial killer and notorious armed robbery kingpin, Umar Auwal, also known as “Abba Dujal,” has voluntarily surrendered to the Kano State Police Command following a series of clearance operations across the state.

Intelligence sources informed Zagazola Makama that the suspect, a male resident of Wudil Local Government Area, turned himself in to the Command’s Anti-Daba (Anti-Thuggery) Squad on April 14, 2025, at about 1700hrs, where he reportedly confessed to his involvement in multiple cases of culpable homicide, armed robbery, and the snatching of motorcycles and mobile phones in different parts of the state and surrounding areas.

Police sources said the suspect is currently in custody, while investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of his criminal network and bring all collaborators to justice.

The sources said that the surrender followed a sustained clearance raid carried out by the command on April 12, during which 61 suspects were apprehended at various black spots and criminal hideouts within the metropolis and its environs. Several exhibits were also recovered during the operation.

“The Command remains committed to rooting out criminal elements from all corners of the state and will continue to intensify its intelligence-led operations to safeguard lives and property,” he said.

Suspected Serial Killer “Abba Dujal” Surrenders to Police in Kano After Clearance Raids

Commissioner of Police Strengthens Ties with Emir of Damaturu“`

By: Dungus Abdulkarim

The Commissioner of Police, CP Emmanuel Ado,psc,fdc paid a courtesy visit to the Emir of Damaturu, Alhaji Dr. Shehu Hashimi II Ibn Umar El-Kenemi, at the Emir’s Palace in Damaturu. This visit is part of the command’s efforts to foster collaboration and strengthen relationships with traditional leaders and stakeholders.

During the visit, CP Ado expressed gratitude for the warm welcome and emphasized the significance of working together to maintain peace and security in the state. He acknowledged the Emir’s pivotal role in promoting community cohesion and pledged to continue building on the progress achieved by his predecessor.

The Emir appreciated the command’s efforts in combating crime and insurgency, noting the positive impact on businesses and social lives in the state. He assured CP Ado of his continued support and cooperation, emphasizing the importance of partnership in achieving security goals.

The visit underscores the command’s commitment to community policing and highlights the value of collaboration between security agencies and traditional leaders

Commissioner of Police Strengthens Ties with Emir of Damaturu“`

Insecurity: Zulum hosts northern Emirs in Maiduguri

By: Our Reporter

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, hosted Northern Traditional Rulers Council for its 7th Executive Committee Meeting on Tuesday in Maiduguri, the Borno State capital. The meeting aims to tackle the rising insecurity plaguing Northern Nigeria.

The meeting with the theme, “Enhanced Security As A Panacea For Stability and Development of the North” was declared open by the Vice President, Kashim Shettima, who was represented by Governor Babagana Umara Zulum.

In his remarks earlier, Governor Zulum highlighted security and peacebuilding, agriculture and youth empowerment as the critical pillars of sustainable development in the northern region.

The Governor also called on all stakeholders to focus on providing opportunities for the youth in northern Nigeria. He said, “our youth population is large, energetic and eager to contribute, but many are without opportunities. This vacuum is dangerous. We must invest heavily in skills acquisition, vocational education, digital innovation, and entrepreneurship. Empowered youths are not only less vulnerable to crime or radicalisation, they become active agents of development.”

Governor Zulum also stressed that agriculture had remained the economic lifeline for the north, hence a deliberate effort is needed to enhance farming activities across the region.

“With vast arable land and a population well-versed in farming, agriculture is our greatest opportunity. However, insecurity has displaced farmers and halted rural productivity. We must secure our farmlands and support modern agricultural practices to restore livelihoods and reduce dependency. In Borno, we are expanding access to inputs, mechanised farming and irrigation despite the challenges, and the results are promising,” Zulum said.

He added, “On behalf of the government and good people of Borno State, I assure you of our commitment to peace, justice and shared progress. Together, with faith and determination, we will rebuild the north physically, socially and economically.”

In his remarks, the Chairman of the Northern Traditional Rulers and Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, explained that the meeting in Borno was to strengthen unity among states in the north and to deliberate on the situation in the region to support the political leadership in addressing series of problems across the north.

The National Security Adviser, Chief of Defence Staff and Inspector General of Police were all represented.

Also in attendance were the Chairman of Northern Governors Forum and Governor of Gombe, Mohammed Inuwa Yahaya, represented by his Deputy, Manassah Daniel Jatau, Senator Kaka Shehu Lawan, Shehu of Borno, Abubakar Umar Garbai, among many other Emirs across the 19 states of the northern region.

Insecurity: Zulum hosts northern Emirs in Maiduguri