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NSCDC Arrests 8 Suspects After Katsina Outpost Attack

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10 months ago

December 30, 2025

NSCDC arrests eight suspects linked to Koraman Nayalli outpost attack in Katsina, restoring order after arson and property destruction

Katsina, Katsina State The Katsina State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested eight suspects in connection with the attack on its Koraman Nayalli outpost, authorities confirmed on Monday.

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The Public Relations Officer of the command, Buhari Hamisu, said the incident occurred on Sunday when a large group of miscreants protested a raid that resulted in the death of a suspected drug peddler, Uzairu, alias ‘Dan’kuda’.

“The miscreants stormed the premises of the outpost at Koraman Nayalli, Sabuwar Unguwa Quarters, and set the building ablaze. Three motorcycles and other property belonging to the outpost were also destroyed,” Hamisu said.

The attackers, armed with weapons, also visited nearby NSCDC and Police outposts at Filin Kanada before security operatives intervened.

Special Response Squads from both the NSCDC and the police quickly controlled the situation, restoring normalcy.

State Commandant of the NSCDC, Abbas Moriki, has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the attack.

A seven-man committee has been constituted to ensure a detailed inquiry, and an on-the-spot assessment of the outpost was conducted.

Moriki warned that all criminals and economic saboteurs must desist from such acts or face the full consequences of the law.

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The arrests underscore the NSCDC’s commitment to maintaining law and order and protecting its facilities across Katsina State.

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Nasarawa Police Launch Forest Offensive Against Bandits

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2 days ago

October 21, 2026

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Nasarawa police operation targets kidnappers, bandits and armed robbers in forest hideouts, with tactical teams deployed across three sectors.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched a special security operation targeting bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers and other criminal groups operating in forests across the state.

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The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Mohammed, flagged off the exercise in Lafia on Wednesday, October 21, before leading officers towards Alagye Forest in Doma Local Government Area.

Mohammed said the operation followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, aimed at strengthening security and restoring lasting peace across Nasarawa State.

He disclosed that tactical squads, anti-kidnapping units and intelligence operatives had been deployed to identified security flashpoints and forest corridors considered vulnerable to criminal activity.

According to the police commissioner, the operation is expected to continue until the end of December, with officers instructed to carry out their duties professionally and comply strictly with the rules of engagement.

To improve coordination and coverage, the command has divided the state into three operational sectors.

Sector A, covering the Lafia zone, is headed by ACP Lamidu Alkali, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 58 in Lafia. Sector B, covering the Akwanga zone, is led by ACP Kadir Umar, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 38 in Akwanga.

Sector C, which covers the Keffi zone, is under ACP Olobekga Saligo, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 69 in Toto.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Sanusi Jidda, will coordinate activities across the three sectors to support the dismantling of criminal camps and improve the effectiveness of the operation.

Mohammed urged residents to assist the security agencies by providing timely and credible information about suspicious movements and activities in their communities.

He assured the public that information supplied to the police would be treated confidentially and encouraged residents to remain law-abiding while continuing their legitimate activities.

The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property as the operation gets underway.

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The success of the Nasarawa police operation will depend on effective intelligence gathering, coordination among security teams and cooperation from local communities. The command has yet to disclose details of arrests, weapons recovered or other operational results.