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How We Raided, Kidnapped FGC Yauri Students — Bandit

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3 years ago

October 12, 2023

Operatives of the Police Special Tactical Squad and the Intelligence Response Team of the Department of Force Intelligence, paraded a total of 54 criminals/suspects arrested for kidnapping, armed robbery, gun running and murders, among other crimes.

The suspects include one Auwal Abdullahi, who confessed his involvement in the kidnapping of some students of Federal Government College, Yauri, in Kebbi State.

The students were subsequently taken to Dansadau forest, in Zamfara State.

“Upon his arrest, he confessed to have participated in the kidnap of the students on June 17, 2021, which he did in collaboration with one Kachala Dogogide of Dansadau forest, in Zamfara State, who happened to be the gang leader who led about 100 men to the school for the raid.”

Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, while conducting the parade of the criminals, disclosed that a gang among them was apprehended and found to be in possession of fake dollars.

He said: “The gallant operatives of DFI-IRT and DFI-STS recovered 92 different firearms, 760 live ammunition, 14 exhibit vehicles, one forged document, 120 magazines, two IEDs, one suicide belt, as well as cash sums of fake currencies totaling 970,000 US dollars, which were also marked as exhibits for the prosecution of the various cases.”

Giving details of the operations, the Force PRO said, “On August 8, 2023, while acting on credible intelligence, our personnel arrested two individuals, one Abdulmalik Abdurrahman from Kano State and Umaru Musa from Kaduna State, in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja.

“The arrest was a result of their possession of a whooping 970,000 United States Dollars, which raised suspicions of counterfeiting.

“On interrogations, both individuals openly confessed involvement in a counterfeit currency scheme.

“They disclosed that they had acquired the fake U.S. dollars at the cost of 250,000 Naira each from a supplier based in Lagos State. Our operatives are closing in on their supplier as we speak.

“Similarly, the IRT executed another highly successful operation, resulting in the apprehension of five principal suspects connected with the kidnapping of a Swiss national named Diego Tanner.

“This unfortunate incident occurred on May 30, 2023, when Mr. Tanner was abducted and subsequently released after a ransom payment of 2000 euros.

“The operatives of the IRT, tirelessly working to bring criminals to justice, put to use, the Nigeria Police Force’s ICT apparatus and arrested all the five principal suspects involved in this kidnapping case earlier listed.

“This operation not only led to the apprehension of the suspects but also resulted in the recovery of critical evidence; including an iPhone 12 belonging to the victim, forged documents, fake gold-plated bars, and a single-barrel rifle.”

He continued, “In an operation on August12, 2023, operatives of the D STS received critical intelligence about banditry syndicates causing havoc in Gus and its neighboring areas in Zamfara State.

“Swift, intelligent action was taken leading to the apprehension of Jabbi Nasani and Zayyan Muhammad, who are both major suppliers of arms and ammunition to these bandits.

“During this operation, four AK-47 rifles, five AK-47 magazines, three fabricated AK-47 rifles, and 17 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition were recovered. The suspects have already been charged to court.

“Another notable operstion is the arrest of Lamido Wakili, aged 35, on the 7th of September 2023, at approximately 10am. This operation took place in Jomaku village, Karim Lamido LGA of Taraba State, and it followed credible intelligence regarding Lamido Wakili’s involvement in criminal activities.

“While Lamido Wakili has been apprehended, others involved in this case are at large.During this operation, the Police recovered 1 AK-47 rifle and sixty rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition from Lamido Wakili.

“Our relentless pursuit continues as we actively seek to bring the remaining suspects to justice. Lamido Wakili will face charges in accordance with the law upon the conclusion of our comprehensive investigation.”

Continuing he said, “On September 27, 2023, at approximately 08:30am, our dedicated operatives acted swiftly based on credible intelligence and arrested Suleiman Ibrahim, popularly known as Chairman Lolo, aged 40, in Rijani village, Kaduna State.

“During this operation, the Police recovered, one AK-47 rifle bearing breach number 56360611624X16, 14 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition, and a distinctive blue-coloured Bajaj motorcycle.

“In another significant case, on August 24, 2023, DFI-STS operatives acted on crucial intelligence and arrested three suspects, Emmanuel Ikechukwu (50), Ibrahim Isah (40), and Bijji Ruwa (35), for their involvement in gun running, and supply of arms to bandits.

“During the operation, three brand-new pump-action guns, 107 rounds of live cartridges, and three single-barrel rifles were recovered from the suspects.

“These individuals have been operating in this illegal trade since 2021. Charges will be filed upon the conclusion of investigation.

“Also, on September 7, 2023, at approximately 10:30am, vigilant operatives of th DFI-STS received crucial intelligence that led to the apprehension of one Abdullazeez Muktar Giwa, aged 35, in Kaduna State.

“Giwa was deeply involved in car snatching trade of stolen vehicles. As a result of this operation, several stolen vehicles were recovered, which included a distinctive blue-colored Toyota Hilux van, a white Toyota Corolla with registration number MKA 483 TA, an ash colored Toyota Camry with registration number XRZ 210, and a silver coloured Toyota Corolla

“Currently, Abdullazeez Muktar Giwa is actively cooperating with investigative team, providing valuable information that will aid in the apprehension of his collaborators in these unlawful activities”.

Furthermore he said, ‘”On the evening of August 6, 2023, around 8:00pm, a Toyota Corolla was reported stolen from its original location behind the NYSC Camp in Kubwa, Abuja.

“Swiftly responding to the report, the operatives of the DFI-STS, armed with valuable intelligence, embarked on a mission to track down the stolen vehicle.

“Their investigative efforts led them to a concealed location in Ado, situated within Karu LGA of Nasarawa State, where the stolen Toyota Corolla was successfully located. Remarkably, during this operation, not only was the stolen Corolla recovered, but another vehicle, a 2014 Ford Focus, was found in the same vicinity.

“The recovered Toyota Corolla has since been returned to its rightful owner, Mrs. Bridget Ekwerugbe, bringing a sense of relief and closure to the victim. On the legal front, the suspect responsible for the theft has been arraigned in court.

“Also, on September 30, 2023, the operatives of the DFI-STS executed an operation that led to the apprehension of one Emmanuel Simon.”

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Edo Police Arrest Two Suspected Cultists

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18 hours ago

May 27, 2026

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The Edo State Police Command on Wednesday said two suspected cultists were arrested in Ohonre community, off Adolor College Road, Benin.

This was disclosed in a statement by the command Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, and made available to newsmen electrically.

Ikoedem said the arrest was possible due to operatives response to a distress report concerning the movement and gathering of some suspected cult members within the community.

The statement reads: “The Edo State Police Command has recorded another operational breakthrough following the swift disruption of a suspected cultists’ gathering in Ohonre Community, off Adolor College Road, Benin City.

“On 21st May, 2026, at about 19:00hrs, operatives attached to Ugbowo Division who were on surveillance patrol responded to a distress report concerning the movement and gathering of some suspected cult members within the community.

“Acting promptly on the information, the police team mobilized to the location. On sighting the operatives, the suspects fled in an attempt to evade arrest. The operatives immediately gave them a hot chase, leading to the arrest of two suspects identified as Victor Peter ‘M’, 21 years and Iyemoma Ogbewe ‘M’, 35 years.

“A search conducted on the suspects led to the recovery of one cut-to-size gun believed to have been in their possession for unlawful purposes.

“Upon investigation, the suspects confessed to being members of the notorious Maphite cult group. Efforts are ongoing to identify and apprehend other fleeing gang members.”

She said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, commended the swift response of the operatives and reiterated the Command’s resolve to deny criminal elements any opportunity within Edo State.

He further urged residents to continue providing timely and credible information to the Police, assuring that all reports would receive prompt attention.

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Troops Eliminate Two Terrorists, Foil Pipeline Attack

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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The Nigerian Army says troops have, in the last 24 hours, eliminated two terrorists, rescued four kidnapped victims and foiled pipeline attacks in a series of coordinated military operations across Taraba, Kogi and Rivers.

This is contained in operational updates issued to reporters on Tuesday in Abuja.

According to the reports, troops of 93 Battalion deployed at Akate in the Donga Local Government Area of Taraba engaged suspected terrorists in a forested area, killing two of them.

According to the report, items recovered from the scene include an AK-47 rifle, ammunition, magazines, mobile phones and other personal effects.

In Kogi, it said the troops of 21 Battalion, in collaboration with vigilantes, rescued four kidnapped passengers along the Anyigba–Itobe road in Ofu Local Government Area.

It added that the victims were reportedly abandoned by their captors while attempting to cross a seasonal stream due to sustained pressure from advancing troops.

According to the military, efforts are ongoing to rescue other victims still in captivity.

The report said that troops of 12 Brigade successfully repelled an ambush along Kabba–Okene road while withdrawing from an earlier operation, forcing the assailants to flee with gunshot wounds.

“Meanwhile, in Rivers, troops of 5 Battalion acting on credible intelligence, foiled an attempt by suspected vandals to detonate a crude oil pipeline in Ahoada West Local Government Area.

“The swift response of the troops disrupted the operation before it could be executed, with the suspects fleeing the scene,” it said.

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Police Arrest Private Chef Over Alleged N150m Theft, Drugging Of Employer, Burglary

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2 days ago

May 26, 2026

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The Nigeria Police Force has arrested a chef, John Cosmos Govi, over his alleged involvement in a burglary operation at a residence in Abuja, where luxury items and valuables worth about N150 million were reportedly stolen.

The arrest was announced on Monday, May 25, 2026, by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Placid, who said the suspect was apprehended by operatives of the Force Intelligence Department Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) after investigations into allegations of criminal conspiracy, housebreaking, theft, malicious damage and administering harmful substances.

According to police findings, Govi, who allegedly gained employment as a chef at the residence, was said to have studied the movement of occupants, internal routine and security setup before allegedly carrying out the operation on April 23, 2026.

Investigators said he reportedly worked with two accomplices identified as Peter and Moses, who are currently on the run.

Police alleged that food prepared in the house was laced with a suspected sedative substance to weaken the occupants and security personnel.

After they reportedly became unconscious, the suspects allegedly broke into the property, damaged CCTV installations and stole 20 luxury wristwatches valued at about N150 million, alongside other valuables.

Speaking on the development, DCP Anthony Placid said the suspect was intercepted around the Gwagwalada axis of the Federal Capital Territory while attempting to flee to Lagos. He added that an iPhone 17 Pro Max, believed to belong to the victim, and a suspected chemical substance were recovered.

“We remain committed to dismantling organised criminal networks and ensuring that all fleeing accomplices are brought to justice,” Placid said.

Police said efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspects and conclude investigations into the case.