Kano: Police Arrest 149 Suspects Over Thuggery, Armed Robbery, Others

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

Over 149 suspected thugs and other criminal elements have been arrested by the Kano State Police authorities.

The State Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba, said the suspected criminals were smoked out from various hot spots across the state during raids in the last ten days .

CP Garba who spoke on Thursday July 4, 2024, at a Press briefing at Command’s Bompai Kano  Headquarters said the arrests also  cut across suspected armed robbers , kidnappers, drug dealers, vehicles and other automobiles thieves.

Some of the items recovered during the raids include arms and ammunitions, two vehicles suspected to have been snatched, hard  substances and assorted types of dangerous  weapons.

“Let me emphasise on the zero-tolerance stance of the police command towards criminal activities, particularly thuggery (Daba) which have not only posed a threat to the security and safety of the affected communities where lives and properties were lost and injuries inflicted on innocent residents, but also affecting the over all development of the State.

The Command will continue to conduct awareness campaigns and sensitization through its public relations unit to educate people on the dangers of crimes, as well as the importance of reporting any suspicious or criminal activities promptly  to the nearest authority.

The Kano State Police Command remains resolute in its commitment to combating thuggery ( Daba) and other criminal activities and will not spare any efforts in ensuring the safety and security of Kano residents

However, we must appreciate law abiding residents of the state for their continuous support, understanding, cooperation and prayers.” CP Garba stated.

The Police boss who recently, took over the command ,expressed the optimism that with increased patrols, collaboration from relevant  stakeholders, and commitment the state will be purged of thuggery ,and other criminal activities.