Kaduna State Police Command

*KADUNA STATE POLICE COMMAND*
*PRESS RELEASE*

*Maraban Jos Mob Killing: 17 More Suspects Arraigned as Investigation Continues*

Further to our earlier statement on the gruesome murder of a woman in Maraban Jos, the Kaduna State Police Command wishes to update the public as follows:

On 25th June, 2026, seventeen (17) additional suspects were arraigned before a competent court in connection with the incident.
Following the conclusion of preliminary investigations, thirty-three (33) other suspects have been charged with criminal conspiracy and unlawful assembly.

Meanwhile, thirty (30) persons previously arrested have been found not to have participated in the crime and have been released unconditionally.

The Command reiterates that investigations remain ongoing. We are intensifying efforts to identify and apprehend all individuals who participated in, or aided, the commission of this heinous crime. Every person found culpable will be brought to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Muhammad Rabiu psc mni, reassures the public that the Command remains committed to securing justice for the victim and maintaining law and order across Kaduna State. He urges residents to remain calm, law-abiding, and to continue providing the Police with credible information to support the investigation.

*DSP Mansir Hassan, anipr*
Police Public Relations Officer
Kaduna State Police Command
For: Commissioner of Police
26th June,2026

KADUNA STATE POLICE COMMAND
PRESS RELEASE

*KADUNA STATE POLICE COMMAND FOILED KIDNAPPING ATTEMPT, RESCUED NINE VICTIMS AND LOST TWO OFFICERS*

On 24th June, 2026, at about 1245 hours, credible intelligence was received indicating that approximately fifteen (15) armed bandits, armed with Sophisticated weapons, were sighted around Unguwan Sa'idu Village, a few kilometres from Birnin Gwari town. The bandits kidnapped several persons from their farms.

Upon receipt of the information, the Area Commander Birnin Gwari and the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) immediately mobilized a patrol teams, Pmf alongside KADVIS personnel and proceeded to the area on a rescue mission. On arrival, the operatives sighted the bandits and engaged them as a result the bandits started fleeing on motorcycles into the bush because of superior power. The team launched a hot pursuit, forcing the criminals to abandon their captives and flee for safety.

The following victims were later rescued successfully:
1. Hudu Rabiu, 31 years
2. Yusuf Sagir, 20 years
3. Sagir Rabiu, 17 years
4. Muhammad Kabir, 23yrs
5. Kabir Lawal, 20 years
6. Idris Abubakar, 17 years
7. Mustapha Zayyanu, 18 years
8. Kabiru Rabiu, 18 years
9. Usman Lawal, 18 years

The victims were found tied with ropes and abandoned by their captors. They were rescued unharmed and reunited with their families.

Regrettably, while returning from the successful operation, two police officers were ambushed by suspected bandits who had laid in wait along the route. The officers sustained gunshot wounds and sadly paid the supreme price in the line of duty.

The Commissioner of Police, Kaduna State Command, CP Rabiu Muhammad, psc, mni, Sympathize with the families, friends, and colleagues of the fallen heroes, describing their sacrifice as a testament to the courage, dedication, and selflessness of officers who risk their lives daily to protect the public. The Command honours their memory and service to the nation.
Meanwhile, investigations and tactical operations are ongoing to track down and arrest the perpetrators responsible for the attack and bring them to justice.

DSP MANSIR HASSAN Anipr,
PPRO KADUNA STATE POLICE COMMAND
FOR: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE
25th June, 2026

*KADUNA STATE POLICE COMMAND*
*PRESS RELEASE*

*Kaduna State Police Command Arraigned 24 Suspects Over Maraban Jos Mob Killing*

The Kaduna State Police Command has arraigned twenty-four (24) suspects before a Magistrate Court sitting at NDA Junction, Kaduna, in connection with the gruesome murder of a woman by a mob in Maraban Jos.
The suspects face charges of criminal conspiracy, inciting public disturbance, mischief, destruction of public and police property, and culpable homicide.

The arraignment followed a comprehensive investigation into the incident of 21st June, 2026, where the victim was killed by a violent mob after being removed from police custody.
At the court session, the case was mentioned and adjourned to 21st July, 2026 for further hearing. The court ordered that all suspects be remanded in a correctional facility pending the determination of the case.
The Command strongly condemns mob action and jungle justice. We warn that anyone who takes the law into their own hands will be arrested and prosecuted according to the law.
Furthermore, over 100 additional suspects remain under investigation for their alleged roles in the incident. Those found culpable will also be arraigned in court.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Muhammad Rabiu psc mni, assures the public that the Command is committed to securing justice for the victim and maintaining law and order across the State. He urges citizens to report criminal allegations and grievances through lawful channels rather than resorting to violence.

DSP Mansir Hassan, anipr
Police Public Relations Officer
Kaduna State Police Command
For: Commissioner of Police
23th June, 2026

PRESS BRIEFING
BY THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE,
KADUNA STATE COMMAND, ON THE COMMAND'S ACHIEVEMENTS FOR THE LAST TWO (2) WEEKS.
Gentlemen of the Press,
Senior Officers, other people here present
Good Morning,
I am CP Muhammad Rabiu psc, mni, Commissioner of Police in charge of Kaduna State Police Command.
It is my pleasure to address you today on the notable achievements recorded by the Kaduna State Police Command, in our sustained efforts to combat crime, protect lives and property, and enhance public safety across the State.
The Command remains resolute in its commitment to tackling all forms of criminality through intelligence-led policing, strategic operations, and collaboration with sister security agencies and members of the public. These efforts have yielded significant results, leading to the arrest of dangerous criminal elements, ra**st and the recovery of illegal fi****ms, murderers and stolen property.
Within the last two (2) weeks, the Command successfully arrested Twelve (12) suspected kidnappers, Thirteen (13) suspects for Culpable Homicide, Four (4) suspected Car snatchers and recovered Four (4) stolen vehicles and Two thousand, seven hundred (2700) sachets of Tramadol and others drugs.
1. ARREST OF SIX (6) SUSPECTED KIDNAPPERS AND RECOVERY OF TWO (2) FI****MS:
On 5th June 2026, acting on credible intelligence regarding the movement of illicit fi****ms across state lines, police operatives from Kaduna tracked down the suspects to Sagamu, Ogun State, and launched a man hunt which lead to the arrest of six suspected bandits: Bukar Bulama, Abubakar Mohammad, Mohammad Usman, Ibrahim Sani, Aliyu Usman, and Dan Bello Umaru. A search of the suspects' hideout located within a forest resulted in the recovery of Two (2) AK-47 Rifle, One Pump-action Gun, One fabricated Pistols and Ten rounds of 9mm live ammunition and Four (4) Cartridges. The suspects were subsequently transferred from Ogun State to Kaduna State for further investigation and prosecution.
2. ARREST OF A SUSPECTED KIDNAPPER AND RECOVERY OF ONE AK-47 RIFLE:
Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Zaria, on 28th May 2020, arrested one Yahya Alhaji Yusuf for alleged involvement in banditry activities. During investigation, the suspect confessed to participating in kidnapping, cattle rustling, and armed robbery operations. He further admitted to kidnapping two victims along Buruku axis and collecting a ransom of ₦6 million. Investigation also led to the recovery of his personal AK-47 rifle.

3. ARREST OF SUSPECT FOR LURING OF WOMEN AND STEALING THEIR PHONES, JEWELLERIES AND OTHER VALUABLES:
Following credible intelligence received on the activities of a notorious suspect known for inviting women to hotels, gaining their trust, and subsequently stealing their phones, jewellery, and other personal belongings, the Command launched a targeted manhunt to apprehend the suspect. The operation led to the successful arrest of one Usama Tijjani who has severally been arrested and charged to court.
During preliminary investigation, the suspect voluntarily confessed to deceiving over two hundred (200) women, having sexual in*******se with them and subsequently dispossessing them of their valuables. In the course of the investigation, Police operatives recovered from him valuable properties including gold jewellery valued over Thirty Million Naira (₦30,000,000) Naira, as well as twenty (20) different types of GSM Mobile Phones suspected to be the proceeds of the his criminal activities.
4. ARREST OF THIRTEEN SUSPECTS IN CONNECTION TO CULPABLE HOMICIDE WITCHCRAFT:
Following the ongoing investigation into a case of Criminal Conspiracy, Culpable Homicide, Witchcraft Allegations, and Incitement of Public Disturbance. A joint Team of Police Operatives led by CSP Sani Ibrahim Zuntu, conducted a coordinated raid on 11th June 2026 in the affected communities. The operation resulted in the arrest of thirteen (13) suspects, including one Comfort Emmanuel, 30 years old, and twelve (12) others, namely Ayuba Jatau, Daniel Enoch, Anthony Victor, Bijimi Jethro, Saviour Umar, Zelord Philip, Hosea Haruna, Umaru Dantara, Justina Philip, Promise Samuel, Kerin Adamu, and Veronica James, all of Katuga Unguwar Ruwa Village, Kagarko LGA, Kaduna State. The suspects are reasonably suspected to have played active roles in the killing of the two (2) deceased persons namely – one Isiyaka Bijimi and one Mercy Danladi. An incident which subsequently escalated into serious communal violence, within the affected communities. Investigation is ongoing to determine the extent of each suspect's involvement and to ensure all those connected with the crime are brought to justice.
5. ARREST OF SUSPECTED DRUG DEALERS AND RECOVERY OF 2700 SACHETS OF HARD DRUGS:
On 10th June, 2026, at about 2000 hours, the Command acted on credible intelligence, received regarding the movement of some suspected drug suppliers and intercepted two (2) suspects identified as:
(i). Jamilu Ahmed and
(ii). Mubarak Ibrahim.
The suspects were found in possession of a sack and when search was conducted, two thousand, seven hundred (2,700) sachets of Tramadol were recovered in from the suspects. During preliminary interrogation, the suspects voluntarily confessed to being drug dealers operating within and around the Zaria Metropolis.
6. ARREST OF A SUSPECTED CAR THIEF AND RECOVERY OF THE STOLEN CAR:
Following a complaint received on 3rd June 2026 from a resident of Makera, Kakuri, Kaduna, regarding the theft of his Golf III Station Wagon vehicle from his residence on 2nd June 2026, Detectives attached to the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, Kaduna State Command, commenced an investigation which led to the arrest of one Shamsudeen Usman of Gange Layin Bori, Maiduguri. During interrogation, the suspect voluntarily confessed to committing the offence and mentioned his accomplice who is currently at large. The stolen vehicle was subsequently recovered along the Kaduna–Abuja Road. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice and recover the additional stolen vehicle.
7. ARREST OF THREE (3) SUSPECTED CAR SNATCHERS AND RECOVERY OF THE VEHICLE:
On 4th June 2026, Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit arrested three (3) suspected members of a car-snatching syndicate, namely Shehu Muhammed of Lugbe, FCT; Abubakar Musa of Suleja; and Adamu Manu of Lugbe, FCT. The suspects were intercepted while attempting to deliver a stolen Dark Ash Toyota Corolla LE, to a prospective buyer in Kaduna. During interrogation, the suspects voluntarily confessed to their involvement in the theft of the vehicle and other related criminal activities. The stolen vehicle was successfully recovered.

8. RECOVERY OF STOLEN VEHICLE (27/05/2026):
On 27/05/2026 at about 0900hrs, a Hyundai Sonata vehicle was reported stolen at Murtala Mohammed Square, Kaduna, where the vehicle was parked. Upon receipt of the complaint, operatives attached to the Anti-Car Theft Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Kaduna, immediately commenced investigation and launched a coordinated operation to track down the vehicle. The operatives successfully trailed the suspects, who subsequently abandoned the vehicle and fled to an unknown destination upon realizing they were being pursued. The stolen vehicle was recovered intact, while investigation has been intensified to identify, trace, and arrest the fleeing suspects.
These achievements underscore the Command's unwavering determination to deny criminals the freedom to operate within Kaduna State. We shall continue to intensify intelligence gathering, strengthen community engagement, and sustain targeted operations against banditry, kidnapping, armed robbery, vehicle theft, and other forms of criminality.
I wish to express my profound appreciations to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP OLATUNJI RILWAN DISU psc(+) npm for his leadership and support, The Executive Governor of Kaduna State, Senator UBA SANI con for his continuous supports to the Command in the discharging of its responsibilities. The Command also acknowledged the contributions of the good people of Kaduna State, for their continued supports, cooperation, and timely provision of credible information, which has greatly contributed to these successes.
I urge members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to partner with the Police in our collective effort to build a safer and more secure Kaduna State.
I also want to make a passionate appeal to the judiciary, please let the police continue to parade suspects especially those arrested on the act or exhibit is recovered from them, it will make the members of public and the communities be wary of them, it would make crime prevention easier and enlightened the public on police efforts to tackle crime and criminality.
Thank you and God bless.
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