ABUJA — Operatives of the Nigerian Police Intelligence Department – Intelligence Response Team (FID-IRT) have arrested nine suspected criminals and seized a significant cache of arms and illicit drugs in coordinated operations across the country.
The breakthrough was announced on Tuesday during a press briefing by the Force Spokesperson, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, at the FID-IRT Headquarters in Guzape, Abuja.
“Today is yet another day that serves as a testimonial of the endless and relentless efforts of the Nigeria Police Force in the pursuit of justice and apprehension of criminals connected to several forms of crime and general safety of the country,” Hundeyin stated.
He noted that, over the past month, police operatives have tracked gunrunning and drug trafficking networks while also rescuing kidnapped victims, leading to the recovery of dangerous weapons and narcotics.
Items recovered from the suspects include:
· Two AK-47 rifles
· Three pump action rifles
· Two single barrel guns
· Two Beretta pistols
· Four locally fabricated revolver rifles
· Six live cartridges
· Four magazines
· 35 rounds of live ammunition of various calibers
· 24 bags of Indian hemp and other exhibits
The suspects paraded before journalists are:
1. John Magah, 45
2. Ishaya Stephen, 43
3. Adamu Zaki Babangida
4. Chibuke Nnaji
5. Joshua Izang a.k.a Buffalo
6. Daudume Bayina
7. Ifeanyi Egbeke, 40
8. Salisu Mohammed a.k.a Mande Dawa
9. Yunana Iliya a.k.a. Bado, 34
10. Uchenna Ikpe
CSP Hundeyin reiterated the police commitment to combating crime and ensuring public safety. “We will continue to strengthen our investigative capabilities and collaborate with our law enforcement partners. We remain steadfast in our mission to uphold the rule of law and protect the rights of every citizen,” he said.
He expressed confidence that sustained operations would lead to a more secure and peaceful Nigeria.
