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Police to review vigilante group activities, as 3 arrested in Damaturu
Police to review vigilante group activities, as 3 arrested in Damaturu
By: Our Reporter
The Commissioner of Police in Yobe State, CP Garba Ahmed, has called for a review of the registration and activities of the vigilante outfits in the state, acknowledging their important role in complementing security agencies in the fight against crime and criminality.
He, however, said the call for a review of their activities was made following the arrests of three (3) members of a local security outfit (vigilante) for criminal conspiracy, house trespass, burglary, receiving, and trading in stolen properties in Damaturu.
A statement from DSP Fungus Abdul Karim said this development is a result of a series of complaints about the untoward actions of some of those outfit members, as another incident was recorded.
“On June 27, 2024, the Police Response Unit (Haba Maza) responded to a distress call from a shop owner in Damaturu who had employed vigilante members for guard duties, and the vigilante members carted away the shop’s property worth a large sum of money without explanation.
“Investigation led to the arrest of Ibrahim Mohammed, 24, and Hassan Umar, 25, who were found in possession of some stolen materials. The suspects implicated another vigilante member in the crime, who was immediately arrested.
“The public is advised to be vigilant in recruiting personal security guards and reporting criminal elements posing as vigilante members.” The statement said:.
The statement further stated that the command is developing a strategic plan for proper documentation and supervision of Divisional Police Offices regarding vigilante activities in their jurisdiction.
“In this vein, the Commissioner of Police urges the public to continue supporting their Divisional Police Stations, report unscrupulous security personnel activities to the state headquarters through the Complaints Response Unit (CRU) at 07068858500, or address your complaint’s letter to the Commissioner of Police through the PPRO.” The statement was added.
Police to review vigilante group activities, as 3 arrested in Damaturu
Troops kill three Boko Haram terrorists in Borno Ambush
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of the Nigerian Army Joint Task Force Operation HADIN KAI have killed three Boko Haram terrorists during an ambush in Borno State.
Zagazola gathered that the encounter occurred on Monday evening at Umbo Gen area, during Operation Desert Sanity IV.
According to the sources, troops in conjunction with Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF) and hunters engaged the insurgents with heavy fire, forcing them to flee in disarray.
“Three terrorists were neutralised in the operation. Troops also recovered one AK-47 rifle and an Itel mobile phone,” the source said.
The sources added that no casualty was recorded on the side of the troops, and general security within the area remains calm but unpredictable.
Troops kill three Boko Haram terrorists in Borno Ambush
Troops of operation HADIN KAI foil Boko Haram kidnap attempt in Adamawa
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, in collaboration with Police and local Joint Task Force operatives, have foiled an attempt by suspected Boko Haram terrorists to kidnap villagers in Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Zagazola learnt that the incident occurred at about 12:45 a.m. on Sunday when about 15 terrorists stormed Kombla in Krichinga District of Madagali.
The terrorists were said to have attempted to abduct some villagers, but were swiftly repelled after troops engaged them in a fierce gun duel.
“The swift response of the troops and supporting security elements forced the terrorists to retreat into surrounding bush paths,” the source said.
The sources added that pursuit operations were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing terrorists.
Normalcy has since returned to the area, while security presence has been strengthened to forestall further attacks.
Troops of operation HADIN KAI foil Boko Haram kidnap attempt in Adamawa
Army troops intercept suspected drug dealers in Taraba
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Army Troops at Mutum Biyu in Taraba State, in collaboration with operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), have intercepted a vehicle laden with drugs and military kits.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the operation followed credible intelligence from the NDLEA about a suspected Sienna vehicle, conveying three occupants.
On arrival at the checkpoint, the suspects attempted to evade interrogation as the driver zoomed off. Troops immediately opened fire on the vehicle’s tyres, forcing it to divert into the bush along Garba Shede road.
The occupants abandoned the vehicle and fled before troops arrived at the scene.
A search conducted on the abandoned vehicle led to the recovery of large quantities of codeine and other illicit substances. Also recovered were military kits, including two pairs of woodland camouflage uniforms, a pair of boots, an anklet, and two green berets.
The drugs and vehicle were handed over to the NDLEA, while the military kits remain in custody of the troops.
Military authorities said investigations were ongoing to track down the fleeing suspects
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