• IGP assures swift action against criminal elements
In continuation of the ongoing efforts led by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to combat criminal activities nationwide, the Nigeria Police Force has achieved significant success with the arrest of 67 individuals involved in various criminal activities such as kidnapping, gunrunning, one-chance operations, armed robbery, and banditry across the country.
According to Force Public Relations Officer, Force Headquarters, Abuja ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, this operation was executed by the Nigeria Police Force Intelligence Department Tactical Team – DFI-IRT and DFI-STS.
Additionally, law enforcement authorities have successfully recovered a substantial arsenal, comprising 5,454 rounds of live ammunition of diverse calibers, 300 live cartridges, 50 empty shells of ammunition, 68 rifles, and 33 ATM cards, among other items.
One notable accomplishment involves the apprehension of three suspects believed to be part of a gunrunning syndicate responsible for the Christmas Eve attack on villages in Plateau State.
The detained individuals, namely Ahmed Sulaimon, Balikisu Aliyu, and Aboki Samuel, are in police custody, providing valuable assistance in the ongoing investigation.
The items recovered from them include 1 AK-47 rifle, 1 AK-49 rifle, 1000 rounds of live ammunition, and 5 magazines.
Furthermore, four suspects were arrested in connection with a bank robbery in Otukpo, during which nine AK-47 rifles were seized.
In a separate incident in Taraku village, Buruku LGA of Benue State, five suspects engaged in a fierce gun duel with the police and were neutralized.
These individuals confessed to their involvement in the criminal activities and disclosed the names of other gang members still at large. Notably, Terzungwe Shionda, a.k.a ‘3-star general’ (now deceased), Terlumum Pila, and one Ayuko, who are currently on the run, were identified as the suppliers of arms to the criminal group.
IGP Egbetokun reaffirms the unwavering commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to ensuring the safety and security of citizens by relentlessly pursuing and apprehending criminals and individuals involved in criminal activities.
The force remains dedicated to working tirelessly to create a secure environment for all residents of Nigeria.
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