Crime
NSCDC Arrests 19 Suspected Vandals in Kano
KANO, Nigeria — The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 19 people suspected of vandalizing critical infrastructure in Kano State, officials said Friday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The arrests were made during a series of security operations across the state this week. The suspects are accused of targeting power lines, pipelines, and other public facilities. Authorities said the actions threatened essential services and public safety.
NSCDC Kano Commandant Adamu Salihu said the arrests followed weeks of intelligence gathering and surveillance. He explained that the suspects were caught in different locations while attempting to steal metal components, electricity cables, and other materials.
“These vandals not only damage public property but also put lives at risk,” Salihu said. “Their actions disrupt power supply, waste public funds, and slow development in the state.”
According to the commandant, some of the suspects were apprehended with tools used for cutting cables and pipes. Others were arrested while transporting stolen materials in vehicles and tricycles.
The NSCDC said it has increased patrols in areas identified as hotspots for vandalism, including industrial zones and residential areas with frequent power disruptions. Officials stressed that the crackdown is part of a larger effort to protect infrastructure and maintain public order.
Nigeria has long struggled with vandalism of power and oil infrastructure. Authorities say such activities cost the government billions of naira each year in repairs and lost revenue. Communities also suffer frequent blackouts, fuel shortages, and safety hazards caused by damaged equipment.
Residents of Kano expressed relief after the arrests. Musa Abdullahi, a trader in Sabon Gari, said vandalism has worsened power problems in his area.
“Sometimes we stay days without light because cables are stolen,” Abdullahi said. “It affects our businesses and our daily lives. We are happy the security people are taking action.”
The suspects are expected to face charges in court after investigations are complete. NSCDC officials said they will work with the police and other security agencies to ensure prosecution.
Legal experts say vandalism of public infrastructure is a serious crime under Nigerian law, carrying penalties that include imprisonment and fines. The government has repeatedly warned that it will not tolerate attacks on facilities that provide electricity, water, and fuel.
Salihu urged citizens to help by reporting suspicious activity in their communities. He emphasized that security agencies alone cannot solve the problem without public cooperation.
“We call on residents to see this fight as a collective responsibility,” he said. “Anyone who notices strange movement around power lines, pipelines, or other installations should inform the nearest NSCDC office or call our emergency lines.”
The agency also plans to launch a public awareness campaign to educate communities about the dangers of vandalism. Officials said they hope that creating awareness will discourage youths from joining criminal groups and reduce attacks on infrastructure.
Kano, one of Nigeria’s most populous states, has experienced rising cases of vandalism in recent years. The rapid urban growth and high demand for electricity have made power installations frequent targets. Security experts say unemployment and poverty also drive young people into such crimes.
Analysts warn that unless stronger measures are taken, vandalism could continue to undermine Nigeria’s fragile power supply and economic growth. The country already faces chronic electricity shortages, forcing homes and businesses to rely on costly generators.
The federal government has pledged to improve security around critical assets, including pipelines, power stations, and transmission lines. The NSCDC is the lead agency tasked with protecting these facilities.
For now, authorities in Kano say the arrest of the 19 suspects is a significant step forward. But they admit more work is needed to fully secure public infrastructure and restore confidence among residents.
“This is only the beginning,” Salihu said. “We will not stop until we bring every vandal to justice and protect the resources meant for the good of all Nigerians.”
The Niger State Police Command has arrested a woman identified as Mariya Abdullahi over the alleged poisoning of her co-wife’s two children.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, November 6, 2026, in Takuti community, Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State.
The victims, aged four and nine, were said to have consumed a substance suspected to be poisonous from a cup allegedly given to them by Abdullahi.
One of the children reportedly died shortly after drinking the substance, while the other was rushed to a general hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Saturday.
According to Abiodun, the suspect allegedly confessed to the crime, claiming that a friend influenced her to poison the children because she could not have a child for her husband.
The police statement read: “On 6th November, 2026 at about 6am, a report was received in Lapai Div that one Mariya Abdullahi of Takuti via Lapai administered some substance suspected to be poison to the children of her co-wife.
“The Police operatives moved to the scene, discovered the two children who were 9 & 4yrs, were given the substance to drink, and as a result, they became unconscious.
“They were immediately rushed to a nearby clinic, but on arrival at the clinic, one of the victims gave up the ghost and the other was referred to the general hospital responding to the treatment.
“The suspect was arrested, undergoing further interrogation. She claimed that she was influenced by a friend to commit the act because she couldn’t bear a child for the husband.
“She will soon be transferred to SCID Minna for diligent prosecution.”
The command added that Abdullahi would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Minna for further investigation and prosecution.
Two men standing trial over the abduction of 20 prospective members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) in Imo State have admitted that they voluntarily made the written and recorded confessional statements presented by the Department of State Services (DSS).....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The defendants, Usman Aliyu and Babangida Aliyu, who are the first and second accused persons, made the admission on Thursday during cross-examination at the resumed hearing of the case.
Both men confirmed that they willingly gave the audio-visual statements and thumbprinted the written confessions in the presence of their lawyers.
The DSS had tendered the statements as evidence, and the court admitted them during the proceedings.
Despite confirming the statements, the defendants appealed to the court for forgiveness and asked to be released. They had earlier made a similar plea while opening their defence and giving evidence on their own behalf.
The two men are facing charges bordering on conspiracy, hostage-taking and unlawful possession of firearms over the alleged abduction.
Meanwhile, proceedings also continued in a separate case involving two defendants accused of conspiracy, kidnapping and unlawful possession of firearms.
During the hearing, a prosecution witness identified the defendants as the individuals who allegedly abducted him for ransom in Imo State on October 4, 2026.
At the end of Thursday’s proceedings, Justice Emeka Orafu adjourned both cases until November 6 for further hearing.
The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrested six individuals on its most-wanted fraudsters list following operations conducted across four continents.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
The suspects were apprehended over allegations involving various fraudulent activities, according to FBI Director Kash Patel, who announced the development in a post on X on Sunday.
Patel disclosed that the arrests, alongside other enforcement operations, contributed to the seizure of assets worth approximately $17 billion.
He praised the FBI’s international fugitive-tracking efforts and its ongoing campaign against global scam centres, known as Operation Blackout.
According to the FBI director, the six fugitives had collectively spent more than 4,000 days evading arrest.
Patel said the suspects had apparently believed that leaving the United States and going into hiding abroad would place them beyond the reach of American law enforcement authorities.
“They were wrong,” he wrote, stressing that the FBI and its international partners would continue pursuing individuals accused of defrauding Americans, regardless of where they attempted to hide.
In a separate update on Operation Blackout, Patel revealed that the broader campaign had resulted in the seizure of nearly $17 billion, the arrest of hundreds of suspected fraudsters and the rescue of thousands of trafficked workers.
The operation has also involved raids on suspected scam centres, the disruption of online infrastructure used to facilitate fraudulent activities and efforts to identify individuals trafficked into working for criminal networks.
Patel further disclosed that more than 10,000 Americans had received warnings before losing their money, helping to prevent estimated financial losses of about $670 million.
“We’re not just investigating these criminal enterprises.
“We’re dismantling their networks, disrupting their finances, rescuing victims, and holding those responsible accountable,” he said.
The FBI director described the scam centres as criminal enterprises that exploit vulnerable individuals while targeting Americans through international fraud schemes.
He maintained that the agency would continue its efforts to bring those responsible to justice.
“To every criminal organization targeting Americans: Justice will find you,” Patel added.
Full List Of The Six Arrested Suspects
According to the FBI, the individuals arrested are:
- Manjit Singh Bedi
- Elaine Agene Esco
- Khalid Ahmed Satary
- Herbert Leon Kimble
- Sahid Abdullahi Ereg
- Emylee Thai
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