NSCDC arrests two suspected cattle rustlers in Kano

Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kano State have apprehended two individuals suspected of cattle rustling. The arrests were made at a mining checkpoint on the Tudun Wada–Kiru Road in the Kiru Local Government Area.

The suspects, identified as Jamilu Sa’adu, 45, and Nura Abdullahi, 37, were intercepted early Tuesday morning around 3:00 AM. They were found conveying a cow, believed to be stolen, concealed in the rear of a Sharon Galaxy vehicle with registration number JJN 606 AE.

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The suspects, Jamilu Sa’adu, 45, and Nura Abdullahi, 37, were apprehended in the early hours of Tuesday at about 0300hrs while conveying a suspected rustled cow in a Sharon Galaxy vehicle with registration number JJN 606 AE.

During the operation, two other individuals, thought to be the main perpetrators, fled upon seeing the NSCDC operatives. Efforts are currently underway to apprehend these fugitives.

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Two other suspected accomplices, believed to be the principal suspects, took to their heels upon sighting the operatives and are currently at large. Efforts are underway to apprehend them.

The arrested suspects, along with the recovered cow and two machetes, are in custody. A comprehensive investigation has been launched to determine the full circumstances of the alleged cattle rustling and to identify the rightful owner of the animal.

The NSCDC Kano State Command has reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property and combating criminal activities throughout the state. The public is encouraged to continue providing security agencies with credible and timely information.

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The NSCDC Kano State Command remains committed to protecting lives and property and combating all forms of criminal activities across the state. Members of the public are encouraged to continue to support security agencies with credible and timely information.