Police arrest suspected bandits in Kano

The Kano State Police Command has apprehended two suspected members of a bandit syndicate and intensified security operations across parts of the state, particularly in Makoda Local Government Area, to curb criminal activities.

In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, said the suspects were arrested during a coordinated operation conducted by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Squad and Shanono Division around 2 a.m. on Friday.

He explained that the operation followed credible intelligence from residents of the Farin Ruwa community in Shanono Local Government Area.

According to him, the suspects were allegedly collaborating with bandits attempting to infiltrate Kano State, adding that investigations have commenced to uncover their network and apprehend other members of the syndicate.

Bakori noted that the vigilance and cooperation of the Farin Ruwa community played a crucial role in the success of the operation and urged residents to remain watchful and report any suspicious movement to security agencies.

In a related development, the Commissioner said the Command has been engaging key stakeholders to resolve ongoing clashes between herders and farmers in Barebari Ward, Makoda Local Government Area.

He disclosed that a meeting chaired by the Area Commander of Dambatta, ACP Mohammed Gwarzo, and a follow-up session presided over by the Commissioner of Police at the Command headquarters, were held to find lasting solutions to the crisis.

Bakori reiterated the Command’s commitment to maintaining peace, protecting lives and property, and ensuring that Kano State remains safe for all.

He further assured that the police would sustain operations against criminal elements across the state and called for continued public cooperation and intelligence sharing to enhance the success of security efforts.