AISHA ABUBAKAR
The Nigeria Police Force, through the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), has recorded a significant operational success with the arrest of four (4) suspected bandits and the recovery of firearms and ammunition in Kaduna State.
The suspects Abdumumini Abubakar (40), Maikano Gambo (47), Saleh Thompson (47), and Oyonyi Odango (40), were arrested on 7th March, 2026, in Tayu, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State, following credible intelligence.
According to the FPRO, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, items recovered from the suspects include four (4) AK-47 rifles with magazines, eighty (80) rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition, and one (1) locally fabricated pistol with twenty (20) rounds of 9mm ammunition.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects were linked to banditry and related violent criminal activities within the region.
Investigations are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the criminal network and recover additional weapons.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, has commended the operatives for their professionalism and reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to combating banditry and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the country.