Police record major arrest, recovers 24 illicit drugs worth N1.2m in Jigawa

Police record major arrest, recovers 24 illicit drugs worth N1.2m in Jigawa

The police command in Jigawa has recorded major arrest, uncovering illicit drugs valued at N1.2 million and other items suspected to have been stolen.

SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, the spokesperson for the command stated this in a statement on Friday in Dutse.
“On 15th January 2026, at about 2010hrs, a team of policemen, acting on credible information, arrested one Tukur Abdulmumin ‘m’ age 33yrs of Hotoro Quarters, Kano State, at Danladi Village, Sule Tankarkar Local Government Area (LGA) in possession of 24,000 pieces of Exol tablet valued at N1.2 million.
“During the preliminary investigation, Adamu Babangida ‘m’ age 42yrs of the same address, was also arrested. Both the suspects were coming from Kano state with their Motobi motorcycle to dispose the exhibit.
“The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department Dutse for discreet investigation and diligent prosecution,” he said.
Adam said that the police also arrested other suspects in connection with other crimes.

“On 12th January 2026, acting on a tip-off, operatives attached to ‘B’ Division Hadejia arrested one Usman Isah ‘m’ age 25yrs from Musari Village, Guri LGA. The suspect was intercepted with a red Kasea motorcycle suspected of having been stolen.
“On investigation, the suspect disclosed that he stole the said motorcycle on 9th January, 2026, in Hadejia town. Further investigation has also linked the suspect to another motorcycle theft on 4th January, 2026. The rightful owner of the recovered motorcycle from Kasuwar Kuda Quarters, Hadejia, has been identified. The suspect will be arraigned in court after completion of a discreet investigation.
“In another operation, on 11 January 2026 at about 0430hrs, a patrol team from Guri Division intercepted a dark blue Golf 3 Wagon motor vehicle with reg. no. NGN 92XA Imo State, conveying five (5) occupants and two (2) cows.
“The vehicle and the cows were strongly suspected to have been stolen. The suspects are 1) Abdu Dindo ‘m’ age 30yrs. 2) Yakubu Janare ‘m’ age age 45yrs. 3) Isah Yahaya ‘m’ age 45yrs. 4) Abdullahi Hassan ‘m’ age 30yrs. 5) Muhd Dori ‘m’ age 35yrs, all from Jakusku LGA of Yobe State. The suspects were transferred to SCID Dutse for discreet investigation. Upon completion of the investigation, all the suspects involved will be charged in court,” he said.
Adam added:”Also, on 11 January 2026, one Mujahid Rashid ‘m’ of Kano state reported at Yalwawa Division that on the same date at about 2130hrs, he boarded a tricycle after returning from Bauchi state; while in transit, the driver and the other two passengers conspired and robbed him of belongings: 1) two Sony laptops. 2) two Sony cameras. 3) one GN UK handset. 4) two sets of clothes.
“On receipt of the report and swift action and actionable intelligence, police operatives traced and arrested the suspect linked to the crime. Investigation is still in progress, with efforts ongoing to recover the stolen items and apprehend other accomplices.
“Similarly, on 11 January 2026, following a tip-off, operatives from the Yalwawa Division recovered a black Hungkee discovery motorcycle with reg. no. GML 963 UM hidden inside an uncompleted building at Mechanic Village Dutse, suspected of having stolen property. Efforts are being intensified to identify the rightful owner of the motorcycle and arrest the suspects responsible for the crime.
“In another significant development, operatives of the Maigatari, Gagarawa, Shuwarin, and Kafin Hausa Divisions arrested seven (7) suspects in connection with the theft of cows, horses, donkeys, sheep, and goats. The identities of the suspects are Ibrahim Umar (Gadi) ‘m’ age 40yrs, Abubakar Ibrahim ‘m’ age 40yrs, Muhammad Hassan ‘m’ age 30yrs, Babangida Suleiman ‘m’ age 25yrs, Ado Abubakar ‘m’ age yrs; Mustapha Umar (AKA Muddaha) ‘m’ age yrs; and Mas’ud Lawan ‘m’ age 25yrs. Efforts are ongoing to arrest other fleeing accomplices and reunite recovered livestock with their rightful owners.”
“Also, on 10th January 2026, police personnel from the Shuwarin Division arrested one Muktar Sallau ‘m’ age 22yrs and one Aliyu Muhammad ‘m’ age 27, both of Azare town, Bauchi State, in connection with the case of criminal conspiracy and theft. The suspects conspired and stole one Huawei handset and the sum of ₦50,000 cash. Acting swiftly, the stolen handset was recovered following the execution of a search warrant. The case has since been charged to court for prosecution.
“The Jigawa State Police Command sincerely appreciates the support of residents, traditional leaders, and community vigilante groups whose timely information continues to aid policing efforts. The Command encourages members of the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.

“Together, through trust, cooperation, and shared responsibility, we can continue to keep Jigawa State safe and secure for all.”