From Maduabuchi Nmeribeh, Kano
As residents of Kano state enjoyed peaceful sallah celebrations, no fewer than 83 suspects were nabbed by the police in the state for various offences.
The police management team, however, expressed appreciation to Kano residents for their cooperation and provision of useful information during the festive period.
The police commented residents for conducting themselves peacefully during the Sallah celebration.
Illicit drugs, dangerous weapons, robbed properties and other items were recovered from the suspects.
A Statement signed by the Kano State Police Command spokesman, Superintendent of Police, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa indicated that: “In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police of the Nigeria Police Force, IGP Usman Alkali Baba, psc(+), NPM, NEAPS, fdc CFR on the provision of adequate security during the concluded Eid-El-Fitr Sallah Festivities, Kano State Police Command under the leadership of the Acting Commissioner of Police, the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Department of Operations, DCP Mu’azu U. Mohammed, sister security agencies and the command’s community policing stakeholders succeeded in ensuring a very peaceful atmosphere that led to a serene Eid-El-Fitr Sallah Festivities conducted between 21st – 25th April 2023.
” On this note, the Acting Commissioner of Police thanked and appreciates the Kano State Government, Sister Security Agencies, Traditional Rulers, Religious Leaders, the good people of Kano State, members of the Police Community Relations Committee (PCRC), Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), members of Vigilante Groups, members of Special Constabulary, and the Command’s Community Policing Stakeholders for their prayers, encouragement, continuous support and cooperation that led to the peace being enjoyed in Kano State, and the arrest of suspects made.
“Eighty-Three (83) suspected thugs (‘Yan Daba) were arrested between the 21st – 25th of April 2023 during the “Hawan Eid”, “Hawan Daushe”, “Hawan Nassarawa”, “Hawan Fanisau” and after the Sallah Celebrations in all the Five Emirate Councils of the State. Suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons, robbed properties, illicit drugs and stolen properties. The suspects are under investigation.
“The Command reiterates its commitment to ensuring the security and safety of the good people of the State. He strongly warns that criminals will have no hiding place in Kano State.
” They are advised to either repent or leave the State completely. He urged residents to continue to pray for the state, and the nation, report incidents to the nearest Police Station, and not take laws into their hands. Rigorous patrols, raids of criminal hideouts, and black spots will continue throughout the State, as the command will sustain the ongoing “Community Policing Engagements” that are yielding positive results.
” In case of emergencies, the Command can be contacted via; 08032419754, 08123821575, 08076091271, 09029292926, or log into the “NPF Rescue Me” Application available on the Play Store.”
