Zamfara Police has arrested Notorious Bandit, recovered 4 AK-47 rifles, 228 rounds of live ammunition

Zamfara State Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Maikaba

From Aliyu Buhari Gusau

Zamfara State Police Command has arrested Suspect who Supplies arms and ammunition to Bandits, recovered 4 AK-47 rifles, 228 rounds of live ammunition along Gummi-Sokoto Road.

This was disclosed by the Commissioner of Police,  Ibrahim Ma'akaba   in a press briefing held at Police Command of Anguwar gwaza Gusau.

CP Maikaba said that, the above items were concealed in a sack of oranges belonging to one Nasuru Dawan Jiya, who confessed to transporting the weapons to bandits in Gurusu Village, “investigation is ongoing and efforts are underway to arrest other accomplices and dismantle the entire supply chain”

Maikaba narrated that, his Men under Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested a Natorious bandits in Gusau, Muhammadu Dan Kani 57 yrs old, popularly known as "Akki". from Kuraje in Bungudu LGA. 

He said the natororious bandit apprehended in Funtua, Katsina State, following credible intelligence linking him to numerous kidnapping cases across the state,

“Similarly, on 19th September 2025, at about 1630 hours, while on intensive patrol along the Gusau-Sokoto Highway near the Gada Biyu area, operatives successfully intercepted and apprehended two male suspects riding on motorcycles. Both suspects were found in possession of 18 fabricated firearms”

He further said  On 14th September 2025, based on credible intelligence, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested Alhaji Shehu Aliyu in Gurusu Village, he was found with nine (9) sacks of dried leaves suspected to be Indian hemp.

Aliyu is a known and repeat drug dealer with a criminal record spanning over six years. “He is currently in custody as investigations continue.

“I wish to commend all operatives involved in these operations for their exceptional bravery, professionalism, and commitment.

“During investigation the suspect confessed to have been part of the kidnapping gang terrorizing Tsafe, Yandato and Yanwarin Daji, adding that, the suspect  further admitted to being an active member of the Kachalla Dan Goggo Gang, a criminal syndicate known for orchestrating high profile kidnapping within Damba, Mareri and Saminaka areas all in Gusau L.G.A”

“The suspect is in command custody. Investigations is ongoing to apprehend other members of the Gang and determine the full scope of their operations”

“In the early hours of 21st September 2025, following intelligence from local communities, a joint operation led by DPO Talata Mafara, CSP Garba Musa Mahuta, in collaboration with Community Protection Guards (CPG) and local vigilantes, successfully rescued five (5) kidnapped victims from Wanu Village, in Anka LGA”

“The victims were intercepted while being relocated by their captors from a bandits camp in Barikin Daji forest through Maradun LGA. A fierce exchange of gunfire ensued, resulting in their safe rescue. All victims were medically checked and reunited with their families”

“The chievements reflect the ongoing transformation and renewed vigor within the Zamfara State Police Command”

CP assured the good people of Zamfara State that the Police Command remains steadfast in its determination to eliminate criminal activities and ensure the safety of all residents.

“We continue to urge members of the public to support the Police by providing timely and actionable information. Your cooperation is invaluable in the fight against crime”