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Police Arrest 17 Drug Suspects, Notorious Car Thief in Abuja Raids
Police Arrest 17 Drug Suspects, Notorious Car Thief in Abuja Raids
By; Zagazola Makama
The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested 17 suspected drug peddlers and a notorious armed robber in separate operations across Abuja.
Zagazola Makama confirmed that operatives from the Anti-Narcotic Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Maitama and Pegi Divisions carried out coordinated raids on criminal hideouts, uncompleted buildings, and known drug black spots.
During the operations, 17 suspects were apprehended, and a significant quantity of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp, illicit drugs, 24 lighters, and scissors were recovered. Police say the suspects are undergoing interrogation, and those found culpable will be charged in court.
Notorious Car Thief Nabbed in Wuse
In a separate incident, the police arrested a suspected notorious car thief, Ibrahim Suleiman, 36, of Falele Village in Lokoja, Kogi State.
Suleiman was caught in the act of attempting to steal a Toyota Sienna Space Bus parked near Wuse Zone 3 Mosque during Juma’at prayers on Friday. An angry mob descended on him, but he was rescued by operatives from the Wuse Division.
During interrogation, the suspect confessed to the crime. Investigations also revealed that he had previously been arrested in connection with a car theft and a robbery at First Bank in Abaji on June 13, 2024. At the time, he was caught by the then Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Abaji, CSP Alkali Lamido, in Gegu Community, Kogi State.
Further intelligence led to the recovery of seven master keys, two mobile phones, a pair of glasses, and a Peugeot 406 Saloon Car with registration number KAB 480 AA, dark ash in color. Suleiman admitted to being involved in multiple car thefts across Kogi and the FCT. He had been previously charged in court but was released. The suspect is now in custody at the Anti-Violent Crime Section of SCID, where investigations are ongoing.
Suspect Caught With AK-47 Magazine and Live Ammunition
Meanwhile, police operatives from Jabi Division arrested one Sadiq Abubakar Walama, 36, of Fafu Estate, Idu Yard, for being in possession of an AK-47 rifle magazine loaded with 30 rounds of live ammunition.
Security sources confirmed that Walama was acting suspiciously when he was intercepted. Upon search, operatives also found a form bearing a military passport photograph. The suspect is currently in custody undergoing interrogation.
Three Dead in Abuja Traffic Accident
In another development, a fatal road accident occurred at about 6:20 p.m. on Friday at Sun City Traffic Light, involving a Hayab Truck with registration number Lagos FST 585 XY, belonging to Sany Company.
The truck reportedly lost control and ran into pedestrians who were attempting to cross the road. Five victims sustained varying degrees of injuries and were rushed to the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi.
Three of the victims were confirmed dead, while the others remain in critical condition at the hospital’s emergency unit. The truck has been impounded, and an investigation into the incident is underway.
The FCT Police Command urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, while reiterating its commitment to ensuring public safety and security.
Police Arrest 17 Drug Suspects, Notorious Car Thief in Abuja Raids
Police restore order after clash between students and host community in Bichi
By: Zagazola Makama
The Police Command in Kano State has restored normalcy following a minor disturbance between some students of the Federal College of Education (Technical), Bichi, and members of the host community.
Sources said that the incident occurred at about 9:30 p.m. on Friday near the institution’s main gate.
According to the sources, five students identified as Buba Snu, Prince Snu, Kamal Snu, and two others now at large, allegedly attacked some members of the host community with stones at the More Event Centre, located opposite the college gate.
The attack, which occurred during a community event at the venue, provoked a swift reaction from residents who reportedly chased the students back to the school premises.
The sources stated that officers from Bichi Division visited the scene and quickly brought the situation under control, preventing further escalation.
“No life was lost, and no injuries were recorded. However, two vehicles belonging to the institution were damaged during the unrest,” the sources stated.
The sources added that normalcy had been restored, while monitoring and observation of the situation were ongoing to prevent a recurrence.
The Command urged both students and community members to remain calm and avoid actions capable of breaching public peace.
Police restore order after clash between students and host community in Bichi
Festac DPO, CSP Matilda Ngbanoyen, dies during medical treatment in Lagos
By: Zagazola Makama
The Lagos State Police Command has announced the death of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) of Festac Division, CSP Matilda Ngbanoyen, who passed away while receiving medical treatment in Lagos.
The incident occurred on Oct. 24, 2025, at about 11:30 p.m., when the officer reportedly died at the Mayriamville Medical Centre, Bode Thomas, Surulere, during a medical session for fibroid treatment.
Following the report, a delegation from the Command visited the hospital to confirm the development and make necessary arrangements.
“The corpse was evacuated to a public morgue for preservation and autopsy,”sources said.
The Command said arrangements were underway, in collaboration with the late officer’s family, to accord her a befitting burial.
CSP Ngbanoyen was described as a dedicated and disciplined officer who served the Nigeria Police Force with commitment and professionalism.
The Command expressed condolences to her family, colleagues, and friends over the tragic loss.
Festac DPO, CSP Matilda Ngbanoyen, dies during medical treatment in Lagos
Decomposed body of kidnapped man found in mining pond in Jos South
By: Zagazola Makama
Decomposed body of a man earlier reported kidnapped has been discovered in a mining pond in Farin Lamba community of Jos South Local Government Area.
Sources told Zagazola that the discovery was made by the police at about 4 p.m. following a report by residents.
He said the Divisional Police Officer, Kaduna Vom Division, immediately mobilised a team of policemen to the scene where the corpse was identified as that of Mr. Cyril Nilanda, a resident of NITR Quarters, Vom.
Nilanda was reportedly kidnapped on Sept. 30, 2025, and had been missing since then.
Sources said the body, which was found in a decomposed state, was being prepared for evacuation and further forensic examination.
The police assured that concerted efforts were ongoing to track down those responsible for the abduction and killing of the victim.
Decomposed body of kidnapped man found in mining pond in Jos South
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