The Niger State Police Command has arrested three suspected robbers and recovered dangerous weapons during a patrol operation in the Maitumbi area of Minna, as part of ongoing efforts to combat thuggery and other criminal activities across the state.
As learnt, the incident occurred on Thursday, at about 12 noon when operatives attached to the Tactical Support Team, while on routine patrol along the Kwari-Begger/Maitumbi axis, spotted a group of miscreants allegedly attempting to rob passengers in a commercial tricycle.
The police team swiftly intervened, leading to the arrest of three suspects identified as Sadiq Ibrahim, 25; Abdulazeez Ahmed, 25; and Ibrahim Abdullahi, 26, all residents of Kwari-Begger in Maitumbi, Minna.
According to the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Wasiu Abiodun, on Friday, items recovered from the suspects included two cutlasses and a jackknife believed to have been used in carrying out their criminal activities.
During interrogation, the suspects reportedly confessed that they intended to dispossess the tricycle passengers of their mobile phones and other valuables.
The Police Command said the suspects are currently under further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the criminal syndicate.
The Command reiterated its commitment to tackling thuggery, robbery, and related crimes in the state and urged residents to continue providing useful information to assist security agencies in maintaining law and order.