Kano: Police arrest five armed robbery suspects, recover illegal firearm

The Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of nine suspects in separate operations involving illegal firearms, armed robbery and livestock theft across the state.

According to a statement signed by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the operations were carried out on August 13, 2026, following credible intelligence and information from members of the public.

The Command said operatives of the Dorayi Babba Division, acting on information from a member of the public, intercepted a suspicious parcel at Rijiyar Zaki Motor Park at about 2:30 p.m. A Tokarev pistol loaded with 48 rounds of 7.62mm live ammunition was recovered.

The suspect reportedly confessed to purchasing the firearm and ammunition from another state and transporting them to another person in a different state. Police said investigation was ongoing to trace and arrest other suspected accomplices in the illegal arms supply chain.

In Rogo Local Government Area, operatives of the Rogo Police Division arrested five suspected armed robbers at Jajaye Village. The suspects were identified as Basiru Ibrahim, 25; Saidu Madaki, 23; Sa’adu Ibrahim, 25; Lawan Yusuf, 24; and Muktar Salisu, 21.

The statement revealed that preliminary investigation linked the suspects to four alleged cases involving criminal trespass, criminal conspiracy and armed robbery in Jajaye Village and surrounding areas. They were also alleged to have confessed to stealing about five motorcycles and other valuables.

The Command also reported the recovery of a stolen cow and ram in Gaya. According to the release, operatives intercepted Karimu Mamman and Madama, both males from Jube Village, while allegedly in possession of the stolen animals. Further investigation led to the arrest of two additional suspected members of the alleged syndicate.

The police said the suspects were charged to court for prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended residents for their vigilance and timely information, saying public cooperation had contributed significantly to the successes recorded by the Command.

“The Command remains resolute in sustaining community policing, intelligence gathering, and inter-agency collaboration to ensure Kano State remains safe and secure for all residents,” CP Bakori said.

The Commissioner also commended officers and men of the Dorayi Babba, Rogo and Gaya Divisions for their professionalism, steadfastness and commitment to duty.