*Say arrested armed robbers were ex-convicts
The Nigeria Police Force, through several strings of well-coordinated operations has once again recorded significant successes against several forms of violent crimes and threats to national security.
The operatives of the Federal Capital Territory Police Command, in a coordinated joint operation, has successfully dismantled a notorious armed robbery and carjacking syndicate known for a string of high-profile robberies and vehicle thefts across the capital city.
According to a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer (FORO), ACP Olumuyuwa Adenobi, “acting on credible intelligence, the operatives intercepted the gang as they prepared to strike an unsuspecting victim around Maitama area.
“Upon sighting the operatives, the criminals opened fire, leading to a gun duel.
“One of the gang’s most wanted suspects, Abdulmininu Bello, a.k.a. Babanle, was neutralized during the encounter, while seven other suspects were apprehended at the scene, including Ibrahim Muhammad, 22 years and ex-convict; Abubakar Abdullahi, 22 years; Sarajo Yusuf, 20 years; Sanusi Ali, 51 years; Abubakar Sani; Isiaka Adamu, another ex-convict and Abdullahi Isah.
“Exhibits recovered from the scene include 4 AK-47 rifles, 2 locally made pistols with 10 rounds of live 9mm ammunition, 11 rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition, 1 locally made shotgun, a 2004 Toyota Camry LE, and a red boxer motorcycle,” Adejobi stated in the statement with Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/438.
Also, the Jigawa State Police Command, equally rescued an 80-year-old kidnap victim, Hajiya Hajara, and neutralized 5 members of a kidnapping gang in a daring rescue operation.
“Recently, intelligence at the Command’s disposal reveal that a group of about 12 armed bandits, had abducted the elderly woman from her residence in Sarbi Village, Minjibir LGA, Kano state, and had attempted to escape through Jigawa State.
“But in a swift and coordinated response, combined teams of police operatives attached to the Jigawa State Command mobilized alongside other local security outfits and stormed the suspected criminal hideouts between Danzomo and Medi villages.
“A fierce gun battle ensued resulting in the arrest of 5 suspects, including the gang’s kingpin, Yahaya, 35 years, while 5 other suspects were neutralized during the exchange of fire.
“The kidnapped victim was rescued unhurt and taken to the hospital for medical evaluation, after which, she was discharged.
“Exhibits recovered in the operation include 2 AK-47 rifles, 1 locally fabricated LAR rifle, 14 live rounds of ammunition, 2 motorcycles, and 2 mobile phones,” he said.
The FPRO added that the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, has commended the gallant operatives for their successful strides and appreciates the cooperation of the public, urging continued vigilance, especially in reporting suspicious movements and gatherings in their communities.
The police boas “further reiterates the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to solidifying public safety and National Security of our great country,” he added.
