Crime

Police arrests killer of Journalist in Zamfara

Published

3 years ago

September 28, 2023

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Police arrests killer of Journalist in Zamfara

By: Our Reporter

A 35-year-old suspect, Mansur Haruna, has been arrested in connection with the gruesome murder of a veteran journalist, Comrade Hamisu Danjibga, who was working with the Voice of Nigeria (VON) in Zamfara state.

According to the Zamfara Police Command, at the time of his arrest, the suspect was found in possession of the deceased’s mobile phone.

The Command’s Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), ASP Yazid Abubakar, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Gusau on Friday.

Danjibga was reported missing two Saturdays ago in circumstances liken to a case of abduction by marauding bandits in the North West state.

Reports indicated that Danjibga’s remains were found in a soak away behind his house in the Yelwa Samaru area in Gusau, the state capital after an extensive search by friends and family members.

The statement issued by the Police Command said; “On 20th September 2023 at about 1430 hrs, information was received from the Chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ibrahim Musa, that one of his members, a reporter of the Voice of Nigeria, Hausa section, was missing since Sunday 16th September 2023”.

“Before his report, none of the family members of the deceased nor members of the union made any official report to any of the Police Stations.”

“However, on the same date, at about 1533hrs, the information further revealed that his decomposed corpse was seen in the soak away of the) house of the deceased.”

The statement further stated that; “On receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer of Tudun wada Division mobilised the team of detectives to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Hamisu Damjibga’s gruesome murder

The move resulted in the arrest of one Mansur Haruna ‘M,’ age 35, of the same address, with a Gionee keypad phone suspected to belong to the deceased.

“The case is under investigation and further development will be communicated accordingly”.

The Command Spokesperson explained that the suspect would be appearing in court to face conspiracy and culpable homicide charges after an investigation on the issue had been completed.

Police arrests killer of Journalist in Zamfara

Crime

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Bauchi

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2 hours ago

April 30, 2026

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Bauchi

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 8, Sub-Sector 82, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have foiled a kidnap attempt in Jigi village, Lere District of Bauchi Local Government Area, Bauchi State, rescuing four abducted persons.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 1:05 p.m. on April 28 when troops deployed at Bafawa Balewa responded to intelligence on a kidnapping incident in the area.

The sources disclosed that on sighting advancing troops, the kidnappers abandoned their victims and fled into nearby bushes.

According to the sources, the four rescued victims were immediately secured and later handed over to the Chairman of Miyetti Allah, Lere District, for identification and further necessary action.

They added that troops have intensified patrols in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further criminal activity along the axis

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Bauchi

Crime

Troops Arrest Impostor Operating Illegal Checkpoint in Nasarawa

Published

2 hours ago

April 30, 2026

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Troops Arrest Impostor Operating Illegal Checkpoint in Nasarawa

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of Sector 2, Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS), have arrested an impostor allegedly posing as a soldier while operating an illegal checkpoint in Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.

Security sources said the suspect was apprehended at about 5:40 p.m. on April 27 at Iyorugwa community following credible intelligence.

The sources disclosed that the suspect was found extorting members of the public while impersonating military personnel and mounting an unauthorised checkpoint in the area.

According to the sources, items recovered from the suspect included a camouflage jacket, two waist belts, and other sundry materials.

They added that the suspect and recovered items are currently in military custody for further investigation and necessary action.

Troops Arrest Impostor Operating Illegal Checkpoint in Nasarawa

Crime

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Enugu

Published

2 hours ago

April 30, 2026

Ochuwa Ibrahim

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Enugu

By Zagazola Makama

Troops of 82 Division, Nigerian Army, have foiled a kidnap attempt and rescued four victims along Akama–Iwollo Road in Ezeagu Local Government Area of Enugu State.

Security sources said the incident occurred at about 6:30 a.m. on April 28 when troops deployed at Roadblock Akama responded to credible intelligence on suspected kidnapping activities along the axis.

The sources disclosed that on arrival at the scene, troops found an abandoned vehicle and a motorcycle believed to have been used by the attackers.

According to the sources, the troops engaged the suspected kidnappers, forcing them to flee and abandon four abducted victims at the scene.

The rescued victims, along with recovered items, were handed over to relevant authorities for further investigation and necessary action.

They added that troops have intensified patrols and surveillance in the area to track down the fleeing suspects and prevent further criminal activity along the route.

Troops Foil Kidnap Attempt, Rescue Four Victims in Enugu