Kano Police Uncover SIM Card Fraud Syndicate, Recover ₦1.7m

The Kano State Police Command has arrested six suspects for allegedly operating a SIM card and bank fraud syndicate in the state.

According to a statement issued on Wednesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the arrest followed a complaint filed by one Nura Abdullahi of Kabuga Quarters, Kano, who reported that his MTN SIM card was stolen and ₦5.7 million was withdrawn from his bank account.

Kiyawa said an investigation by the police uncovered a network of fraudsters who conspired to deceive unsuspecting victims and obtain their sensitive personal details, including their BVN and NIN numbers.


These details were then used to open fake bank accounts, collect ATM cards, and carry out illegal withdrawals.

Those arrested include Mubarak Saleh, 25; Babangida Lawan, 30; Ahmad Shehu Adamu, 36; Ezra Titus, 43; Abubakar Abdullahi Abdul, 37; and Ahmad Abdullahi, 26, all residents of different areas within Kano metropolis.

“During the operation, six mobile phones and the sum of one million seven hundred thousand naira (₦1,700,000) were recovered from the suspects,” the police spokesperson stated.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the investigating team for their swift response and professionalism, assuring residents that the command will continue to protect lives, property, and financial security in the state.

He also warned members of the public to be careful with their personal information.

“We urge residents to remain vigilant and avoid giving out sensitive details such as their BVN and NIN to unknown persons,” the commissioner advised.