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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 Foil Protest Over Election Result Dispute in Kaduna
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops under Sector 7 of Operation Enduring Peace have foiled a protest by youths in Madakiya community of Jema’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State over alleged delays in the announcement of election results.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 2:10 p.m. on May 20 following reports that youths had gathered to protest the Independent National Electoral Commission’s (INEC) handling of the All Progressives Congress senatorial primary election results.
Troops, alongside other security agencies, were promptly deployed to the area to prevent escalation and restore order.
On arrival, the situation was brought under control as security personnel engaged the agitated youths and appealed for calm.
The protesters were subsequently addressed and dispersed peacefully without any violence or destruction of property.
Security sources said troops maintained a visible presence in the area afterwards to deter further unrest and ensure continued peace in the community.
Troops Foil Protest Over Election Result Dispute in Kaduna
Troops Rescue Suspect from Mob Action Over Alleged Attempted Rape in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1 of Operation Enduring Peace intervened to rescue a suspect from mob attack following an alleged attempted sexual assault in Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 3:00 p.m. on May 20 after reports that a student of Government Secondary School (GSS) Bassa was allegedly accosted by one Abdulazeez Sani, 25, at a hotel in Agyingi area of Bassa LGA.
The suspect was reportedly overpowered by angry youths who attempted to lynch him before the arrival of troops.
Security sources said troops swiftly intervened, rescued the suspect from mob action, and restored calm in the area.
The suspect was subsequently handed over to Keystone Division in Bassa for further investigation and necessary action.
Authorities said the intervention helped prevent escalation of violence and maintained order within the community.
Troops Rescue Suspect from Mob Action Over Alleged Attempted Rape in Plateau
Troops Disrupt Illegal Mining Activity, Fire Warning Shots in Ebonyi
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation UDO KA have disrupted illegal mining activities during a night patrol in Ivo Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, leading to the arrest of four suspects.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 7:30 p.m. on May 19 when troops deployed at Forward Operating Base Ivo intercepted individuals engaged in unauthorized mining activities within the general area.
The troops reportedly apprehended four suspects and recovered a mini truck, sapper cables, and a vehicle battery believed to have been used for the illegal operations.
However, tension reportedly rose while the suspects and recovered items were being conveyed to the base, as some youths from Iheteu community allegedly obstructed the troops and attempted to resist the operation by throwing stones in support of the suspects.
In response, the troops fired two warning shots into the air to disperse the crowd and restore order.
Security sources said calm was later restored and the situation brought under control without further escalation.
The suspects remain in custody for profiling and further investigation, while the recovered items have been secured for additional action.
Authorities said operations against illegal mining and other criminal activities would continue across affected communities in Ebonyi State.
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