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Police Arrest Fake Soldier for ‘One Chance’ Robbery in Abuja
Police Arrest Fake Soldier for ‘One Chance’ Robbery in Abuja
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force(NPF), FCT Command has arrested a suspected “One Chance” robber who allegedly posed as a military officer to dispossess a female passenger of her valuables in Abuja.
Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the suspect, identified as Alfa John, a resident of Ado by Science School, Nasarawa State, was apprehended after a victim reported the incident to the police.
The sources said that the incident occurred on February 25, 2025, at about 11:00 p.m. when she boarded a commercial Toyota Corolla (ash in color, Reg. No. LKJ 467 TW) at Wuse 2, heading to Gwarinpa.
“Instead of taking her to her destination, the driver diverted to a secluded area along Dawaki, where he allegedly threatened to kill her before robbing her of an iPhone 12 Pro Max. After the robbery, the suspect falsely claimed to be a military officer before abandoning the victim and speeding off,”said the sources.
However, further investigations revealed that the stolen phone was later sold to one Nasir Abdullahi, a resident of AYA Mosque, Abuja.
Police operatives tracked down and arrested the suspect, recovering the phone along with a Motorola Walkie-Talkie in his possession.
Confirming the arrest, a senior police officer said the suspect was in custody and undergoing interrogation at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), while further investigations were ongoing.
“The arrest is part of the police’s intensified efforts to crack down on ‘One Chance’ robbery syndicates operating in the FCT. We urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies,” the officer stated.
Police Arrest Fake Soldier for ‘One Chance’ Robbery in Abuja
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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