The Kano State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has apprehended two individuals suspected of stealing cars. The arrest was made at Ladanai Junction, along the Eastern Bypass in Kano, during a routine patrol operation. State Commandant of the NSCDC, Mohammed Agalama, confirmed the arrest at a news conference held at the command's headquarters. The suspects, Abdullahi Sani, 61, and Abdullahi Suleiman, 63, are residents of Kurna Tudun Bojuwa and Kantudu, Dala Local Government Area.
According to Agalama, the NSCDC operatives intercepted the suspects while they were driving a vehicle out of the Ladanai area around 2:10 am. The vehicle, a red Toyota Carina II Wagon with registration number LFA 417 AA (Nasarawa), was reportedly stolen three days prior to the arrest. The suspects are currently in custody, undergoing preliminary investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the vehicle theft. The NSCDC also recovered the suspected stolen vehicle in connection with the incident.
In a separate incident, the NSCDC arrested a suspected vandal at Bompai, Nassarawa Local Government Area. The suspect, 45-year-old Suleiman Shehu, allegedly vandalised an armoured cable belonging to Triumph Nigeria Limited. Shehu, a staff member of the company, was apprehended by corps operatives after committing the offence. The arrest demonstrates the importance of routine patrols and intelligence-driven operations in preventing and combating criminal activities across the state.
Agalama commended the vigilance and professionalism of the operatives for their timely intervention, leading to the arrests. He stressed that the command would continue to strengthen its operations in collaboration with other sister security agencies and members of the public to protect lives and property. The NSCDC Kano State Command urged the public to remain vigilant and promptly provide credible information on suspicious activities to security agencies.
The suspects, Abdullahi Sani and Abdullahi Suleiman, are facing possible prosecution upon the conclusion of the investigation. Agalama assured the people of Kano State that the command would continue to work tirelessly to prevent and combat criminal activities. The NSCDC operatives' timely intervention has foiled the suspected car thieves' plans, and the recovered vehicle has been returned to its rightful owner.
The NSCDC Kano State Command's efforts to combat crime have been commended by residents and stakeholders. The command's proactive approach to security has led to the arrest of several suspects and the recovery of stolen property. The public has been urged to cooperate with the NSCDC and other security agencies to ensure a safer Kano State.
The NSCDC has reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property in Kano State. The command has called on the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies. The arrest of the two suspected car thieves and the suspected vandal demonstrates the NSCDC's determination to combat crime and maintain security in the state.
Key points
- Two suspected car thieves were arrested by NSCDC operatives in Kano.
- A suspected vandal was also arrested for allegedly vandalising an armoured cable.
- The suspects are facing possible prosecution upon the conclusion of the investigation.
