The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), through the Force Intelligence Department – Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), has recorded a significant operational success with the arrest of four suspected bandits and the recovery of firearms and ammunition in Kaduna State.
A press statement by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO),
DCP Anthony Placid, Monday in Abuja, listed the suspects as: Abdumumini Abubakar, 40; Maikano Gambo, 47; Saleh Thompson, 47; and Oyonyi Odango, 40.He said they were arrested on March 7, 2026 in Tayu, Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna state, following credible intelligence.
Items recovered from the suspects include four AK-47 rifles with magazines, 80 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition, and one locally fabricated pistol with 20 rounds of 9mm ammunition.
The spokesperson said preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects are linked to banditry and related violent criminal activities within the region.
Hw said investigations were ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the criminal network and recover additional weapons.
According tor the FPRO, "The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, commends the operatives for their professionalism and reiterates the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to combating banditry and ensuring the safety of lives and property across the country.
