The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested two suspected bandits during an intelligence-driven operation in Saminaka community, Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State.
The suspects, Abubakar Jubril, 28, and Mohammed Abubakar, 26, were apprehended on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, following sustained surveillance by operatives of the command.
According to the command, the suspects “were among three suspicious individuals sighted in a volatile area. While two were arrested, the third suspect escaped and is currently at large.”
The command said, “Efforts were ongoing to ensure the prompt arrest of the fleeing suspect.
“Items recovered from the suspects include a pistol (Serial No. 7886, made in the USA), a mobile phone, drugs suspected to be tramadol, and cigarettes.”
While parading the suspects on Friday, March 6, 2026, the Kwara State Commandant of the corps, Bala Bodinga, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to sustaining operations aimed at tackling criminal activities and safeguarding lives and property across the state.
Bodinga warned individuals involved in criminal activities to desist or face the full weight of the law, stressing that the command would leave no stone unturned to apprehend offenders and ensure the security of residents throughout the state.
He also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and provide credible information that would aid security agencies in combating crime and maintaining peace across the state.
The Public Relations Officer of the command, ASC Ayoola Michael, said the suspects would be charged in court upon completion of investigations or transferred to the appropriate security agency for further investigation.
