By Mustapha Salisu
The Kano State Security Neighborhood Watch Corps has arrested two suspects over the alleged vandalism of government property and theft of metal fences installed around Kofar Nasarawa Bridge in Kano Municipal.
Yusuf Abubakar Ibrahim, Director of Public Enlightenment Kano State Security Neighborhood Watch Corps disclosed this in a statement issued to newsmen on Wednesday.
According to Yusuf, the suspects, identified as Abba Aminu, 30, of Durmin Zungura Quarters, Kano Municipal, and Yusha’u Nasiru, 26, from Dutsinma Local Government Area of Katsina State, were apprehended at about 4:00 a.m. on Tuesday by personnel of the Corps’ Kano Municipal Command.
The Deputy Commander General of the Corps, Major Adamu Abubakar (Rtd), disclosed this while parading the suspects, reiterating the agency’s commitment to protecting lives, property and public infrastructure across the state.
Abubakar said the Corps would sustain its efforts to combat criminal activities, including vandalism and the destruction of government property, which could undermine public safety and security.
He noted that the theft and destruction of public infrastructure cause economic losses and could expose residents to safety risks.
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The Deputy Commander General urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons, movements and activities to security agencies to enable timely intervention and prevent crime.
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He also called on residents to take an active role in protecting their communities, stressing that effective security requires cooperation between citizens and security agencies.
Abubakar disclosed that the suspects would be handed over to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and possible prosecution before a court of competent jurisdiction.
He commended the personnel involved in the operation for their vigilance and dedication to duty, identifying them as Mujahid Ibrahim Auwal, Mustapha Garba and Umar Yahaya Adam.
The Corps reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening community-based security operations in support of the Kano State Government’s efforts to maintain peace and protect lives and property across the state.