Police nab three suspects, seize pistol and ammo in Jigawa

The Jigawa State Police have arrested three suspects and seized a locally made pistol, three locally made bullets, and other dangerous items along Nguru-Birniwa Road.

The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, shared this in a statement to journalists in Dutse, the state capital, on Tuesday.

Adam said the suspects were caught by Operation Salama during a security operation on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, around 4:30 pm.

He stated, “The suspects were arrested by operatives of Operation Salama on Wednesday, 14th October, 2026, at about 4:30 p.m., during a security operation along Nguru-Birniwa Road.”

The suspects are Bello Juli, 22; Abdullahi Yakubu, 30; and Bashir Mohd, 25. Adam explained that, “All three suspects are residents of Kyarana Settlement, Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State.”

He listed the items recovered from the suspects as one fabricated pistol and three locally made bullets. He also mentioned that, “Other items recovered include machetes, bows and arrows, and gunpowder.”

The police spokesman said the arrests were part of ongoing intelligence-led operations aimed at preventing crime in the state. He noted that the suspects were moved to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Dutse, for thorough investigation.

Adam explained that, “The suspects have been arraigned in court following discreet investigation at the SCID, Dutse.” He quoted the Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, who praised the operatives for their alertness.

He said the commissioner urged police officers to keep up the intelligence-led operations. Adam added that, “The Commissioner charged operatives to intensify patrols across the state to prevent crime and protect lives and property.”

Adam also said the commissioner encouraged the public to stay alert. He said, “The Commissioner calls on members of the public to promptly report suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police station.”

The police spokesman emphasized that, “The Command remains committed to safeguarding lives and property and ensuring the safety and security of all residents and visitors to the state.