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Wanted bandit arrested at hajj camp, four other bandit set to travel to Saudi via Abuja– sources
Wanted bandit arrested at hajj camp, four other bandit set to travel to Saudi via Abuja– sources
By: Zagazola Makama
Security operatives have arrested a notorious bandit, Yahaya Zango, at the Hajj Camp in Abuja while he attempted to disguise as a pilgrim preparing for this year’s pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Zango, who has been on the wanted list of security agencies for alleged involvement in banditry and kidnapping across northern Nigeria, was apprehended during routine screening of intending pilgrims.
A reliable security source Zagazola Makama on Sunday that the suspect was intercepted while trying to board a bus alongside other pilgrims headed for the airport.
The source disclosed that the arrest followed credible intelligence which prompted enhanced surveillance and internal screening within the camp.
“Upon close monitoring and verification, the suspect’s identity was uncovered, and he was immediately taken into custody without incident,” the source said.
The suspect is currently undergoing interrogation while further investigations are ongoing to unravel his network and activities.
Meanwhile, impeccable sources have alleged that at least four other individuals with suspected links to banditry are currently among those listed to travel for the 2025 Hajj through the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Those named include Madele, said to be the father of notorious bandit kingpin Ado Aliero; Bello Bazamfare; and a woman believed to be the mother of another infamous bandit leader, Gwaska Dankarami. One of the four is reportedly a sibling of Ado Aliero himself.
In 2024, similar concerns were raised after 14 suspected bandits were reportedly sponsored to Saudi Arabia for Hajj. Three were apprehended on their return, while one was controversially released under unclear circumstances.
Security agencies are said to be intensifying screenings and intelligence operations around this year’s pilgrimage to prevent a recurrence.
Wanted bandit arrested at hajj camp, four other bandit set to travel to Saudi via Abuja– sources
Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi
By: Zagazola Makama
Security forces have rescued 10 abducted commuters along the Ochadamu–Anyigba Road in Ofu Local Government Area.
It will be recalled that the victims were kidnapped on Aug. 11 near Ugbakpedo village, prompting a rescue mission by police operatives, vigilantes, and local hunters.
“On Aug. 13, at about 4:30 a.m., during an intensive bush combing operation supported with the use of tear gas, the abductors abandoned the victims and fled.
“All 10 victims were rescued unharmed and have since been reunited with their families,” said the sources.
Security sources said intelligence gathering, surveillance, and further bush combing were ongoing to track and arrest the fleeing suspects.
Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi
Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition
By: Zagazola Makama
The police in Ogun have arrested a journalist for alleged unlawful possession of a live AK-47 ammunition.
Sources who confirmed the incident on Wednesday said that the suspect, identified as Emmanuel Chidi Maha, 30, works with The Nation newspaper in Lagos.
“Maha was arrested at about 6:30 p.m. on Aug. 13 by a team of anti-robbery operatives led by ASP Wahab Ayinla.
“He was intercepted while driving a blue Toyota Corolla with registration number LAGOS JJJ 43 DY, which had tinted glasses. A live AK-47 bullet was found inside the vehicle,” said the sources.
The sources added that the suspect, along with his vehicle, was taken to the police station.
The sources said discreet investigation is ongoing.
Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition
Bandit kill farmer, injure two others in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Suspected bandits have killed a 55-year-old farmer in Riyom Local Government Area of Plateau state.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on Tuesday at Gwom Rim village at about 7:45 a.m.
It was gathered that the victim, Stephen Maigadi Jatau, was shot dead on his farm by unknown assailants.
It added that two other men, Josiah Davholu, and Davou Sunday, who rushed to rescue the farmer after hearing gunshots, were also shot and injured.
The Nigerian Army troops with other joint security team stormed the scene
“The injured were taken to General Hospital, Sambak, for treatment, while the corpse was released to the family for burial after an autopsy was declined.
Bandit kill farmer, injure two others in Plateau
Police rescue 10 abducted commuters in Kogi
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Police arrest journalist in Ogun for alleged possession of live ammunition
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