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Kano State Police Command, Police Headquater Bompai, Kano (2026)

01/09/2026

KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE

KANO POLICE COMMAND PASSES OUT 250 OFFICERS, DEPLOYS THEM TO BORDER LGAs TO STRENGTHEN SECURITY AND RAPID RESPONSE

The Kano State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, SFIPMA, MNIM, MNIPS, MASIS, today held the Passing Out Ceremony of the Second Batch of 250 Police Officers who successfully completed a One-Month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Training.

The ceremony was held at the Parade Ground, No. 9 Police Mobile Force, Hotoro, Kano.

The training was conducted simultaneously at No. 9 PMF, Hotoro and No. 52 PMF, Challawa, in direct fulfillment of the strategic policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, which prioritizes capacity building, professionalism, and operational readiness of the Nigeria Police Force.

In his Welcome Address, the Commanding Officer, No. 9 PMF Hotoro Kano, ACP Afeez Oyekan, stated:

"I welcome you most warmly to No. 9 PMF on this occasion of the Passing Out Parade of the Second Batch of 250 Police Officers who have successfully completed a one-month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Course. For the past one month, these officers drawn from the rank and file have been drilled rigorously at No. 9 PMF and No. 52 PMF. They were trained on modern weapon handling, principles of marksmanship, different combat tactics, tactical maneuver techniques, jungle/mab justice response, etc. This initiative underscores the unwavering commitment of the Commissioner of Police to improving the quality of the personnel of the Force for effective service delivery, professionalism, combat-readiness and people-friendly posture in our day-to-day activities in tandem with international best practices."

The Commanding Officer, No. 52 PMF Challawa, Kano, also delivered a goodwill message, commending the officers for their endurance and discipline throughout the rigorous course. He reaffirmed the readiness of the Command to continue supporting training initiatives that enhance operational effectiveness.

Addressing the graduating officers, CP Bakori commended them for their resilience, discipline, and dedication. He noted that in addition to combat drills, rifle stripping and assembling, and tactical maneuvers, the officers were exposed to lectures on Human Rights, Use of Force and Fi****ms, Public Relations, Intelligence-Led Policing, IED Recognition and Response, and Community-Based Policing.

Emphasizing the Command's operational priorities, the Commissioner announced:

"In line with our operational priorities, the 250 officers graduating today will be deployed to border Local Government Areas of Kano State. This strategic deployment is designed to strengthen border security, enhance our presence in frontline communities, and improve our rapid response to distress calls. You are therefore our first line of defense, and I charge you to justify the confidence reposed in you."

CP Bakori charged the officers to be vigilant, professional, firm but fair, and to respect the fundamental rights of every law-abiding citizen. He stressed that the power of the gun must always be guided by the rule of law and the dignity of the citizen.

He further reiterated the Command’s commitment to continuous capacity building, adding that these in-house refresher trainings will be sustained to ensure every officer is adequately equipped to serve effectively and safely.

The Commissioner appreciated the Department of Operations, the Commanding Officers of No. 9 PMF and No. 52 PMF, the instructors, and the training team for their professionalism. He also thanked the Kano State Government under His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, and the good people of Kano State for their continued support and partnership.

Finally, CP Bakori officially declared the One-Month Intensive Combat and Weapon Handling Training for the Second Batch of 250 Officers closed and directed the officers to proceed immediately to their new assignments.

The Kano State Police Command remains committed to providing quality policing, safeguarding lives and property, and partnering with communities to ensure peace and security across the state.

CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA FNACSP,
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: Commissioner of Police, Kano State Police Command.

September 1, 2026.

01/09/2026

Kano Police Command has deployed robust security measures ahead of the Takutaha 2026 celebration on 1st September, including 24-hour patrols, stop-and-search operations, intelligence-led policing, and tactical and surveillance teams across venues, entry and exit points and identified flashpoints. The Command commended Kano residents for their peaceful conduct and warned thugs and troublemakers to stay away, assuring that anyone found disrupting public peace will be arrested and prosecuted according to the law.

31/08/2026

KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE

TAKUTAHA 2026: CP BAKORI COMMENDS KANO RESIDENTS, ROLLS OUT ROBUST SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS, WARNS TROUBLEMAKERS TO STAY AWAY

The Kano State Police Command warmly felicitates with the good people of Kano State ahead of the Takutaha Celebration scheduled for 1st September 2026, and commends residents for their exemplary display of peace, unity, and orderliness during previous editions.

2. The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command,CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, SFIPMA, MNIM, MNIPS, MASIS, expresses appreciation to the residents, traditional rulers, religious leaders, community stakeholders, and all security agencies for their continued cooperation which has made Kano a model of peaceful celebrations.

3. In line with the strategic policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, the Command has emplaced robust and proactive security arrangements to ensure a peaceful, hitch-free and incident-free celebration across the State. These include intelligence-led operations, 24-hour visibility patrols, stop-and-search duties, and the deployment of tactical and surveillance teams to all celebration venues, entry/exit points, and identified flashpoints.

4. While celebrating this milestone of peaceful coexistence, the Command strongly warns that it will not tolerate any act of thuggery, violence, or breach of public peace. Troublemakers and miscreants are advised to steer clear of the festivities, as anyone found culpable will be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

5. The Command also acknowledges the unwavering support of the Kano State Government under His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, sister security agencies, vigilante groups, and other critical stakeholders whose contributions continue to sustain peace and stability in the State.

6. Members of the public are enjoined to celebrate responsibly, remain law-abiding, and promptly report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest Police Station or through the Command’s emergency lines.

The Kano State Police Command wishes all residents of Kano State a peaceful, joyous, and memorable Takutaha Celebration.

CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA, FNACSP,
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: Commissioner of Police, Kano State Police Command.

31/08/2026

PRESS BRIEFING BY THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE, KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND
CP IBRAHIM ADAMU BAKORI, PhD, SFIPMA, MNIM, MNIPS, MASIS
ON THE SECURITY SITUATION OF KANO STATE, SUCCESSES RECORDED AND PLANS FOR IMPROVED SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS
VENUE: POLICE HEADQUARTERS, BOMPAl, KANO
DATE: MONDAY, 31ST AUGUST 2026

PROTOCOL
Members of the Press,
Senior Officers of the Kano State Police Command,
Ladies and Gentlemen,

I warmly welcome you to this Press Briefing to update you on the security situation of Kano State.

I am pleased to report that the security architecture emplaced by the Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with sister security agencies, critical stakeholders, and the good people of Kano State, has continued to yield commendable results.

All these engagements are being carried out under the directive and guidance of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, whose strategic policing vision has greatly strengthened our operational capacity and capabilities.

For the month of August 2026, the Command also recorded a drastic reduction in major crimes across the State. This achievement is attributable to proactive policing, intelligence-led operations, sustained community engagement, and the unflinching support of the State Government.

To sustain this tempo, the Command has maintained 24-hour patrols, targeted raids on criminal hideouts, surveillance, stop-and-search duties, and continuous engagement with traditional rulers, religious leaders and community stakeholders. These measures have significantly degraded the operational capacity of criminal elements.

1. SECURITY OF KANO METROPOLIS:
i. The Command has sustained robust community engagement and intelligence-led operations across Kano Metropolis.
ii. For the month of August, 117 suspected thugs were arrested during coordinated operations in various flashpoints. Dangerous weapons and large quantities of illicit drugs were recovered from them.
iii. As a result of these sustained operations, we have recorded sustained peace in hitherto volatile areas including Dala, Kofar Nassarawa, Sheka, Dorayi, Rimin Kebbe, and Hotoro.
iv. The Command is however not relenting. Massive operational and community engagements are ongoing to dismantle the remnants of thuggery activities in Bachirawa, Gobirawa and Tudun Fulani. We urge residents of these areas to continue to cooperate with the Police by providing timely and credible information.

2. SECURITY OF KANO BORDERS:
i. In view of security developments in neighboring states, the Command has intensified intelligence gathering and surveillance along border communities to prevent infiltration by bandits and other criminal elements.
ii. Through community support and intelligence-led operations, the Command has recorded notable successes including the arrest of suspected kidnappers and bandits, and the arrest of gun runners with recovery of prohibited fi****ms and ammunition.
iii. We have also enhanced visibility policing at border villages and all entry/exit points. The Command remains resolute in ensuring that Kano State does not become a safe haven for criminals fleeing from other states.

3. HIGHLIGHT OF MAJOR CASES RECORDED IN AUGUST 2026:

i. Fi****ms Recovery – Dorayi Babba/Rijiyar Zaki/Gun-Running Syndicate: On 13/08/2026, acting on information from a good Samaritan, operatives of Dorayi Babba Division intercepted a suspicious parcel at Rijiyar Zaki Motor Park and recovered one (1) Tokarev Pistol loaded with forty-eight (48) rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition.
In continuation of the investigation by the Anti-Kidnapping Squad, SCID Kano, two (2) additional pistols were recovered:
a. On Saturday, 15th August 2026 at about 1422hrs, one (1) silver-coloured pistol along with five (5) rounds of live ammunition was recovered from Kebbi State.
b. On Friday, 21st August 2026 at about 1330hrs, one (1) pistol along with twelve (12) rounds of live ammunition was recovered from one Rabi’u Ahmed Kanti 'm' aged 66 years of Sabon Layi Kanti, Bichi LGA, Kano State.
Furthermore, two additional suspects were arrested: (1) Abdulmalik Ali 'm', aged 55 years of Bechi Village, Kumbotso LGA, (2) Armaya’u Lawal alias “Agwada” 'm' aged 37 years of Ring Road Kadaura Quarters, Gwale LGA. Investigation is ongoing.

ii. Major Drug Recoveries:

a. Massive Drug Bust – Bajallabe, 25/08/2026:
On 25/08/2026 at about 0845hrs, Police Operatives attached to Rijiyar Zaki Police Division, acting on credible information from the Nigeria Unity and Stability Corps, operatives intercepted one Volkswagen Golf 3, red in colour with Reg No. KBY 611 AA at Tudun Yola, Bajallabe Quarters. The driver, one Saminu Samaila 'm' 37yrs of Safana Town, Katsina State, was arrested with a large consignment of illicit drugs concealed in the vehicle. A preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect transported about 13,837 sachets of Tramadol from Abuja for supply to someone at Bajallabe Quarters, Kano. Additionally, 895 sachets of Tramadol and quantities of suspected Ice intoxicants were found hidden inside the motor vehicle, meant supplied to Safana Town, Katsina State.
Further investigation at Rimin Auzinawa Quarters, Kano, led to the recovery of five (5) additional cartons of suspected Tramadol tablets, three (3) cartons of suspected Diazepam tablets, and other large quantities of illicit drugs. A female suspect was arrested for concealment. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

b. On 14/08/2026, Gezawa Division arrested 7 suspects and recovered 614 wraps of suspected Cannabis Sativa at Gunduwawa Village, Gezawa LGA.

c. On 19/08/2026, the Anti-Kidnapping Squad of the Command arrested a gang of notorious drug peddlers at Rijiyar Lemo and recovered 26 sachets of suspected Diazepam tablets, 30 sachets of suspected Pregabalin, and 200 tablets of suspected Exol tablets.
d. On 11/08/2026, Police Officers attached to Panshekara Division arrested 11 suspects and recovered 60 suspected Pregabalin capsules, 5 suspected Diazepam tablets, 10 suspected Exol tablets, and a large quantity of suspected Indian H**p.

iii. Fraud/Forgery:
On 05/08/2026, the Anti-Kidnapping Squad arrested one Muhammad Dahiru 'm' 46yrs, a notorious fraudster. He confessed to generating fake bank alerts to defraud a company of thirteen million, one hundred and fifty four thousand, two hundred and twenty nine naira (N13,154,229.00) and 7 electric motorcycles valued at ten million naira (N10,000,000.00). Efforts are ongoing to arrest other members of the syndicate.

iv. Vehicle, Tricycle and Property Theft:

a. On 01/08/2026, the Anti-Kidnapping Squad arrested one Isah Yusuf 'm' with a stolen Pontiac vehicle traced to Taraba State and Niger Republic.
b. On 04/08/2026, operatives attached to the Command's Special Intervention Squad (SIS) arrested two motor vehicle thieves and recovered 2 stolen motor vehicles. The team also arrested a syndicate that specialized in stealing tricycles using fake injury disguise, and recovered 4 tricycles. Three (3) additional stolen motor vehicles were also recovered at Sabon Gari Market, Dawakin Tofa LGA and Sharada Quarters Kano, with suspects arrested.
c. On 08/08/2026, Dorayi Babba Division arrested 4 suspects and recovered items stolen from a SEMA site including security lights and a water tank.

v. Other Arrests:
The Command also recorded arrests for shop breaking, armed robbery, theft of livestock, and unlawful possession of military camouflage.

4. SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS FOR ELECTIONEERING CAMPAIGNS AND 2027 GENERAL ELECTIONS

i. As political activities towards the 2027 General Elections have commenced, the Kano State Police Command has emplaced robust security arrangements to ensure peaceful processes.

ii. On 27th August 2026, the Command convened a strategic engagement with Political Party Leaders, Contestants, IPAC, INEC, Council of Ulama, CSOs and Security Agencies. All political stakeholders were charged to shun hate speech, violence, and thuggery-relayed activities.

iii. The Command will deploy adequate personnel for the protection of INEC facilities, and campaign venues. An Election Security Situation Room and Complaint Response Desk have been established. We assure all parties of a level playing field and warn that anyone who breaches public peace will be dealt with decisively in accordance with the law.

5. SUMMARY OF ACHIEVEMENTS: 1ST – 31ST AUGUST 2026:

A total of 244 suspects were arrested for major crimes from 1st to 31st August 2026 as follows;
i. 8 suspected kidnappers, 28 suspected armed robbers, 7 suspected motor vehicle thieves, 19 suspected drug dealers, 117 suspected thugs, and 65 other suspects were arrested for various major offenses within the State during the month under review. Dangerous weapons, vehicles and illicit drugs were also recovered.

ii. A total of 17,684 sachets and 614 wraps of illicit drugs were recovered including:

Tramadol: 5 Cartons and 17,070 sachets.
Diazepam: 49 sachets, 3 cartons and 18 packs.
Pregabalin: 90 sachets.
Exol: 210 tablets.
Indian H**p: 614 wraps.
Suspected Ice: quantities recovered.

iii. Three (3) pistols and 65 rounds of live ammunition recovered in connection with gun-running activities.
iv. 6 motor vehicles, 4 tricycles and 7 motorcycles were recovered from criminal syndicates.
v. There is a general reduction in crime rate and sustained peace in major parts of the Metropolis.

I wish to sincerely appreciate His Excellency, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, the Executive Governor of Kano State, for his unwavering support to the Police and for providing the enabling environment for us to discharge our duties effectively.

My profound appreciation also goes to the good people of Kano State for their cooperation, trust, and timely information. I equally commend the Officers and Men of the Kano State Police Command for their dedication, resilience, and professionalism.

The Command remains irrevocably committed to protecting lives and property and ensuring that Kano State remains peaceful and secure. We urge the public to continue to support us by reporting suspicious activities through our emergency lines.

Thank you, and may Almighty Allah continue to bless Kano State and the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

30/08/2026

Good Morning Esteemed,

Kindly find below the State-by-State Executive Summary of Operational Successes for 30th August, 2026:

1. ENUGU STATE (29th August, 2026): FOILED KIDNAPPING / ARREST OF SUSPECT / RECOVERY OF TWO FI****MS / EIGHTY-THREE ROUNDS OF LIVE AMMUNITION

✅ Police operatives, in collaboration with forest guards, neighbourhood watch personnel and local youths, responded to the invasion of Amofia Agu Community, Affa, by four armed men suspected to be IPOB/ESN members who had abducted a youth leader.

✅ The operatives rescued the victim unhurt and arrested one suspect, Ifebuche Onu, 23 years, of Oduma Community, Aninri LGA.

✅ Two fi****ms were recovered, comprising one AK-47 rifle with two loaded magazines containing fifty-three rounds of live ammunition, and one Beretta rifle with one magazine containing thirty rounds of live ammunition. Other exhibits including a fortified charm, button phone and bunch of keys were also recovered.

🔹 Status: SCID Enugu Investigating.

2. ENUGU STATE (29th August, 2026): ARREST OF TWO KIDNAPPING SUSPECTS / RESCUE OF VICTIM

✅ Police operatives, acting on a report of the kidnapping of an eight-year-old boy, Adipkuta Chiemerie, raided Povilla Hotel at Amebo following intelligence that the victim had been released after payment of a One Million Naira ransom to a UBA account.

✅ The operatives arrested two suspects, Thomas Ugwu, 19 years, of Obukpa, Nsukka LGA and Ozokolo Chinedu, 18 years, of Agbaja Ndi Uno, Ezeagu LGA, who were positively identified by the victim and confessed to the crime.

✅ The victim has been reunited with his family, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other accomplices.

🔹 Status: SCID Enugu Investigating.

3. KEBBI STATE (24th–28th August, 2026): KIDNAPPING / ARREST OF SUSPECT / RESCUE OF FIVE VICTIMS / RECOVERY OF EXHIBIT

✅ Police operatives sustained pressure on suspected armed kidnappers who had abducted five brothers from their settlement at Tungan Dariya Forest, Shanga.

✅ Three of the victims were released en route to care for their herd, while two others subsequently escaped captivity due to sustained police pressure.

✅ One of the victims later spotted and identified a suspect, Bello Ali Toro, 20 years, at the Central Mosque during Juma'at prayer and recovered his stolen Tecno handset from him, leading to the suspect's immediate arrest.

🔹 Status: SCID Birnin Kebbi Investigating.

4. GOMBE STATE (29th August, 2026): RELEASE OF ABDUCTED VICTIMS

✅ Two victims, Hadiza Mohammadu, 31 years, and her daughter Hajara Mohammadu, 15 years, who were abducted on 24th August 2026, regained their freedom unhurt.

✅ The victims have since been reunited with their family members.

✅ Efforts are being intensified to arrest the perpetrators.

🔹 Status: SCID Gombe Investigating.

5. ABIA STATE (29th August, 2026): UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF FIREARM / MURDER / RECOVERY OF BERETTA PISTOL AND LIVE AMMUNITION

✅ Police operatives arrested Anthony Chibuike, 37 years, suspected to be a member of an unlawful society, following the fatal shooting of Onwuasoanya Ehirim, 80 years, at No. 33 Igbere Street, Umuahia.

✅ One Beretta pistol and one round of live ammunition were recovered from the suspect.

✅ The victim was confirmed dead at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia, and deposited at the mortuary.

🔹 Status: SCID Umuahia Investigating.

6. RIVERS STATE (28th August, 2026): ARMED ROBBERY / ARREST OF SUSPECT / RECOVERY OF FIREARM AND EXHIBITS

✅ Police operatives took custody of an armed robbery suspect, Aaron Monday, 21 years, of Plateau State, handed over by local vigilantes and OSPAC security personnel following a residential robbery along Rumuologu.

✅ One locally made cut-to-size pistol, one live cartridge, one expended cartridge, one Nokia phone and stolen valuables were recovered.

✅ The suspect confessed to being a member of a four-man gang terrorizing Ozouba, Choba and Eleme, and named accomplices. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing gang members.

🔹 Status: SCID Port Harcourt Investigating.

7. AKWA IBOM STATE (27th August, 2026): STOLEN VEHICLE / ARREST OF SUSPECT / RECOVERY OF STOLEN VEHICLE

✅ Police operatives tracked a Ford Jeep stolen from Akpasak Estate, Uyo, to Delta State.

✅ One private security personnel, Bright Ekpeyong Okon, was arrested in possession of the stolen vehicle.

✅ The recovered Jeep has been returned to the Command.

🔹 Status: SCID Uyo Investigating.

8. KATSINA STATE (28th August, 2026): VANDALIZATION OF PHCN CABLES / ARREST OF VANDAL / RECOVERY OF MOTORCYCLE

✅ Following sustained intelligence, a surveillance team in collaboration with VCRU trailed and trapped suspected electrical cable thieves vandalizing an installation at Jiba Village, Sandamu LGA.

✅ One suspect, Hamisu Umar, 25 years, was arrested, while two accomplices fled and abandoned their motorcycle at Lemu Village.

✅ The recovered motorcycle is in police custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the two fleeing suspects.

🔹 Status: SCID Katsina Investigating.

9. BAYELSA STATE (21st & 29th August, 2026): ATTEMPTED ARMED ROBBERY / ARREST OF SUSPECTS

✅ Following intelligence, Police operatives arrested two suspects, Nabo Innocent (aka Yellow Papa), 39 years, and Ayibatare Talbot, 36 years, linked to an attempted armed robbery at Bassambiri.

✅ The principal suspect was tracked and arrested at his hideout in Ogbolomabiri.

✅ Efforts are ongoing to recover exhibits and apprehend other accomplices.

🔹 Status: SCID Yenagoa Investigating.

10. DELTA STATE (28th August, 2026): CHILD STEALING / ARREST OF SUSPECT

✅ Police operatives arrested Michelle Okolo, 23 years, following a report that she conspired with another female to sell her newborn baby boy through an intermediary to a buyer in Onitsha, Anambra State, for One Million Eight Hundred Thousand Naira.

✅ The principal suspect is in custody, while efforts are ongoing to arrest the accomplices and recover the child.

🔹 Status: SCID Asaba Investigating.

11. OYO STATE (28th August, 2026): ATTEMPT TO COMMIT FELONY / ARREST OF SUSPECT / RECOVERY OF FIREARM

✅ Police operatives arrested Mathew Monday, a vigilante, for allegedly shooting a herder, Bello Abu, 23 years, in the right leg while grazing cattle at Lagun area, Ibadan.

✅ One Dane gun was recovered from the suspect, who confessed to the crime.

✅ The victim was conveyed to a traditional medical centre for pellet extraction.

🔹 Status: SCID Ibadan Investigating.

12. CROSS RIVER STATE (29th August, 2026): R**E / ARREST OF SUSPECT

✅ Police operatives arrested Ndifreke Godwin, 37 years, a security guard attached to a block industry, for luring an eight-year-old girl into his abode and forcefully having carnal knowledge of her.

✅ The survivor was referred to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital for medical attention.

✅ The suspect is in custody.

🔹 Status: SCID Calabar Investigating.

13. OGUN STATE (28th August, 2026): DEFILEMENT / ARREST OF SUSPECT

✅ Police operatives arrested Daniel, 22 years, for allegedly drugging a 15-year-old girl with a malt drink, causing her to lose consciousness, and subsequently having unlawful carnal knowledge of her without consent.

✅ The victim was conveyed to Olukoye Ransom Kuti Memorial Hospital, Asero, for medical examination.

✅ The suspect is in custody.

🔹 Status: SCID Eleweran Investigating.

14. EBONYI STATE (29th August, 2026): MURDER / ARREST OF SUSPECT

✅ Police operatives arrested Chukwudi Elechi Amadi, 22 years, for the fatal shooting of Chijioke Oko Aka, 38 years, during a wake-keep at Ihie Amasiri, Afikpo.

✅ Operatives visited the scene and mortuary, took photographs and recovered the co**se for autopsy at Zubiky Mortuary, Amasiri.

✅ The suspect is in custody.

🔹 Status: SCID Abakaliki Investigating.

15. GOMBE STATE (29th August, 2026): R**E / ARREST OF SUSPECT

✅ Police operatives arrested Iliya Ibrahim, 50 years, for forcefully having unlawful carnal knowledge of his seven-year-old step-daughter, Amina Dahiru.

✅ Both the victim and suspect were conveyed to Specialist Hospital for medical examination.

✅ The suspect is in custody.

🔹 Status: SCID Gombe Investigating.

CSP ANI INIEDU, ANIPR
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
FORCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA.

30/08/2026

PRESS RELEASE
KANO STATE POLICE COMMAND

POLICE FOIL KIDNAPPING ATTEMPT, RESCUE SARKIN NOMAN KANO IN GARUN MALLAM LGA

The Kano State Police Command wishes to inform the general public of a foiled kidnapping attempt that occurred in Garun Mallam Town, Garun Mallam Local Government Area of Kano State.

On 29th August 2026 at about 2330hrs, a distress report was received, that some miscreants suspected to be bandits stormed Garun Mallam Town and started shooting sporadically in the air.

In the process, the hoodlums abducted Alhaji Yusif Nadabo 'm', the Sarkin Noman Kano, and in the course of the attack, shot and injured the following persons:
i. Yusif Nasiru 'm' 20yrs
ii. Salisu Garba 'm' 20yrs
iii. Ibrahim Hassan 'm' 20yrs.
All of Garun Mallam Town.

Upon receipt of the report, a team of policemen comprising tactical teams and patrol teams from the Command, as well as reinforcement from neighbouring Divisions, were immediately mobilized to the scene.

The Police, in collaboration with members of the community, gave the hoodlums a hot chase. Consequently, the bandits abandoned the kidnapped victim and fled the scene. Alhaji Yusif Nadabo was rescued unhurt.

The three victims were immediately rushed to Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital along with the rescued victim for medical attention.

The Command has emplaced confidence-building patrols in and around Garun Mallam Town to forestall any further breach of peace, while a manhunt has been launched to arrest the fleeing perpetrators.

Investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further developments will be communicated to members of the public accordingly.

The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, SFIPMA, MNIM, MNIPS, MASIS, commends the prompt response of the Police teams. He also appreciates the residents of Garun Mallam and neighboring areas, members of Vigilante and Neighborhood Watch Corps for their vigilance, bravery and cooperation, which greatly assisted the Police in the rescue operation.

The CP further urges residents to remain calm and continue to provide credible information that will aid in the arrest of the culprits.

The Command reiterates its commitment to protecting lives and property across the State.

CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, ANIPR, MNISMA, FNACSP,
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command.

29/08/2026

Good Morning Esteemed,

Kindly find below the State-by-State Executive Summary of Operational Successes for 29th August, 2026:

1. SOKOTO STATE (28th August, 2026): FIFTEEN BANDITS NEUTRALIZED / TWO AK-47 RIFLES / 52 ROUNDS OF LIVE AMMUNITION / 62 RUSTLED ANIMALS RECOVERED

✅ Police operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, VCRU and military personnel, acting on intelligence, intercepted a large group of armed bandits moving towards Maikujura Village with rustled animals.

✅ The operatives engaged the bandits in a gun duel, overpowering them and neutralizing 15 bandits during subsequent combing operations.

✅ Two AK-47 rifles, 52 rounds of live ammunition and 62 rustled animals were recovered.

✅ No casualties were recorded among the joint security personnel or villagers, while neighbouring divisions have been alerted to apprehend fleeing injured suspects.

🔹 Status: SCID Sokoto Investigating.

2. ADAMAWA STATE (28th August, 2026): TWENTY-ONE BOKO HARAM TERRORISTS NEUTRALIZED

✅ A joint Police, military and civilian JTF operation was launched following intelligence on the presence of suspected Boko Haram terrorists around Kopre Hill, Hong LGA.

✅ Security operatives strategically blocked escape routes and engaged the terrorists in a gun duel.

✅ Twenty-one terrorists were neutralized, while others fled with gunshot wounds.

🔹 Status: SCID Yola Investigating.

3. ANAMBRA STATE (28th August, 2026): NINE ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECTS ARRESTED / THREE AK-47 RIFLES / PUMP-ACTION RIFLE / AMMUNITION RECOVERED

✅ Police operatives conducting stop-and-search operations at Isuofia Nipping Point intercepted two vehicles conveying nine suspects.

✅ Three AK-47 rifles, three rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition and one pump-action rifle loaded with two live cartridges were recovered, alongside mobile phones and other exhibits.

✅ Investigation revealed that one of the recovered AK-47 rifles was reportedly snatched from a slain Police Inspector in Nnewi North LGA in 2024.

🔹 Status: SCID Awka Investigating.

4. TARABA STATE (27th August, 2026): TWO HUMAN TRAFFICKERS ARRESTED / THREE TRAFFICKED CHILDREN RESCUED

✅ Acting on credible information, Police operatives intercepted and arrested two female suspects at Awoniyi Motor Park, Jalingo, while attempting to transport three female children to Yola, Adamawa State.

✅ The three children, aged between four and five years, were rescued unharmed.

✅ The suspects reportedly confessed to trafficking the children, while efforts are ongoing to trace their relatives.

🔹 Status: SCID Jalingo Investigating.

5. PLATEAU STATE (28th August, 2026): ARMED BANDITS ATTACK FOILED / GPMG AND AK-47 RIFLE RECOVERED

✅ Police personnel on routine patrol around Kafi-Abu, Barkin-Ladi LGA, intercepted suspected armed bandits.

✅ The suspects fled into the forest, abandoning one GPMG and one AK-47 rifle, both of which were recovered.

✅ Efforts are ongoing to trace and apprehend the fleeing suspects.

🔹 Status: SCID Jos Investigating.

6. OSUN STATE (26th August, 2026): SNATCHED POLICE AK-47 RIFLE RECOVERED

✅ Through the intervention of the Akire of Ikire Kingdom, Police recovered a stolen Police AK-47 rifle with breech number 24570 and an empty magazine.

✅ Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

🔹 Status: SCID Osogbo Investigating.

7. NASARAWA STATE (28th August, 2026): KIDNAPPED VICTIMS RESCUED

✅ Four students of the Federal University Lafia who were abducted from their lodge on 26th August 2026 were released by their abductors.

✅ The victims were rescued unharmed and successfully reunited with their families.

✅ Efforts are ongoing to gather intelligence from the victims towards identifying and arresting the perpetrators.

🔹 Status: SCID Lafia Investigating.

8. NASARAWA STATE (28th August, 2026): TWO KIDNAPPING SUSPECTS ARRESTED

✅ Police operatives arrested two male suspects in connection with the abduction of Adamu Magaji in Obi LGA.

✅ The suspects are currently in custody as investigation continues to unravel their involvement in the kidnapping.

🔹 Status: SCID Lafia Investigating.

9. FCT (27th August, 2026): ARMED ASSAULT SUSPECT ARRESTED / FIREARM AND AMMUNITION RECOVERED

✅ Police operatives arrested John Zitta, a forest guard, following an alleged shooting incident at a mining site in Gwagwalada.

✅ The suspect allegedly shot two persons in their legs during an argument.

✅ One locally-fabricated firearm and three cartridges were recovered, while the victims were evacuated to hospital for treatment.

🔹 Status: SCID Abuja Investigating.

10. ENUGU STATE (28th August, 2026): FOUR ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECTS ARRESTED / FIREARM RECOVERED

✅ Police operatives of the VCRU Anti-Cultism Sub-Unit, in collaboration with neighbourhood watch personnel, arrested four suspects following a report of armed robbery.

✅ The suspects were linked to the robbery of ₦200,000 from a victim at Ugbo-Odogwu area, Trans Ekulu.

✅ One fabricated firearm and one jackknife were recovered.

🔹 Status: SCID Enugu Investigating.

11. NASARAWA STATE (26th August, 2026): ABORTION-RELATED DEATH / SUSPECT ARRESTED

✅ Police operatives arrested a 20-year-old male suspect in connection with the death of a 15-year-old girl who died while undergoing an alleged attempt to procure an abortion.

✅ The victim’s remains were evacuated to the hospital and deposited at the mortuary for autopsy.

🔹 Status: SCID Lafia Investigating.

12. KANO STATE (26th August, 2026): PUBLIC DISTURBANCE CONTAINED / INJURED VICTIMS RESCUED

✅ Police operatives promptly responded to a disturbance during which youths barricaded Ungogo Alharini Road and dispersed the youths, restoring access along the road.

✅ Three victims who sustained multiple injuries during an earlier attack were evacuated to hospital for treatment.

✅ Police engaged community leaders and stakeholders from both communities in a sensitization meeting to prevent further escalation and maintain peace.

🔹 Status: SCID Bompai Investigating.

13. FCT (28th August, 2026): BUILDING COLLAPSE RESPONSE / INJURED VICTIMS RESCUED

✅ Police operatives promptly mobilized to the scene of a collapsed two-storey residential building at Kaura Phase 2, Kubwa.

✅ Two injured victims were evacuated to Kubwa General Hospital for medical treatment.

✅ The scene was cordoned off in collaboration with emergency agencies to ensure safety, control the crowd and protect valuables at the scene.

🔹 Status: CID Abuja Investigating.

CSP ANI INIEDU, ANIPR
FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
FORCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA

Kano State Police Command

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