According to a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi  Kiyawa, the command received a distress call at approximately 12:10pm on Saturday, reporting the attack.

Kiyawa said that the victims were reportedly attacked with dangerous weapons by unknown hoodlums who broke into their house.

He added, “The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, immediately mobilised a police team led by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in Charge of Operations, DCP Lawal Isah-Mani, to the scene.

“The bodies were evacuated and rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital Kano, where they were pronounced dead.

“A team led by ACP Wada Jarma, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Criminal Investigation Department (CID), had been instructed to conduct a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice.

“The police command extends condolences to the family, the people of Dorayi Chiranchi and Kano State.”

Source: NAN

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The command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, disclosed this on Sunday in Kano.

He said the incident occurred during the entourage of Emir Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II Eid prayers on Sunday, at about 12:40 p.m.

Kiyawa said the suspect along with others currently at large, allegedly stabbed Surajo Rabiu, a vigilance member from Sabon Titi Jaba Quarters, who later succumbed to his injuries.

“Another vigilante member, Aminu Suleman of Kofar Mata Quarters, sustained injuries and is receiving treatment at Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano.

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“The police have launched an investigation and invited Shamakin Kano, Alhaji Wada Isyaku, for questioning.”

The command reaffirmed its ban on all forms of Durbar celebrations, warning that violators would face decisive action.

It cautioned against thuggery (Daba) and acts that threatened public peace, vowing to arrest and prosecute offenders.

The command urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with authorities to ensure a peaceful and secure environment.

Source: NAN

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The denial of the report is contained in a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, in Kano on Saturday.

Declaring the report as entirely false and misleading, the command urged the public to disregard the fake news and refrain from spreading unverified information that can cause harm, panic and unrest in the society.

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The statement reads in part: “The police command reaffirms its commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring the safety and security of all residents, and promoting harmony among diverse communities.

“An investigation is currently underway to uncover the source of this fake news, and those responsible will face consequences for their actions.

“The command urges the public to disregard this fake news and refrain from spreading unverified information that can cause harm, panic and unrest in the society.”

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The police also recovered arms and ammunitions from the suspects at Chula Filling Station in Hotoro area of Kano metropolis.

The spokesman of the command, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, stated this at a news conference on Saturday in Kano.

He said operatives of the command, led by SP Ahmad Abdullahi acting on credible intelligence apprehended the suspects (names withheld) on March 6, at about 2:00 p.m.

“The suspects were arrested based on credible intelligence that they intended to purchase an AK-47 Rifle,” he said.

Kiyawa listed the items recovered to include three locally made revolvers; 12 live ammunition of different calibers, three cartridges, two cutlasses, four knives, 24 pieces of ball bearings, N1,028,800 cash and charms.

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He said the suspects were undergoing discreet investigation at the Criminal Investigation Department, CID, and would soon be charged to court.

“This achievement demonstrates the command’s commitment to tackle the infiltration of banditry and other forms of criminality in the state,” he said.

The spokesman lauded the residents of the state for their support and cooperation in its efforts to maintain law and order.

Source: NAN

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The Commissioner of Police in the state, Salman Garba, disclosed this while addressing a press conference at the command’s headquarters, Bompai, Kano on Tuesday.

Garba, represented by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa, gave the breakdown of the fake foreign currencies as: $3,366,000, CFA51,970,000, adding that N1,443,000 counterfeits was also recovered during the operations.

“From Nov. 25 to Dec. 9 (two weeks), a total of 62 suspects were apprehended for major crimes, recovering from them stolen properties, hard drugs, dangerous weapons and different counterfeit currencies including Dollars and CFA,” he said.

He said the command also recovered three tricycles, eight motorcycles, 278 sheep, seven cattle, 10 Sim Cards, 15 ATM cards and 10 mobile phones, among other items from the suspects.

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The commissioner said the command had adopted a multifaceted approach to crime busting as a result of which the state had become safer and more secured for all.

“Businesses are thriving, residents are feeling safer in their homes, and the general sense of security and well-being has been greatly enhanced,” he said.

He confirmed the increase in people and vehicular movements, improved business activities and celebrations during this ember months, assuring that the command had made adequate security arrangements to ensure safe environment for all activities to unfold smoothly.

Source: NAN

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The spokesman of the command, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, who confirmed the incident on Tuesday, said 11 other police officers sustained injuries in the crash.

He said the accident occurred at Karfi Village in Kura local government area while the officers were returning to Kano from an official assignment.

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“The accident occurred at Karfi, some few kilometres to Kano and five of the officers died as a result of the accident while 11 others sustained injuries.

“It was gathered that the vehicle in which the police officers were travelling had a head on collision with a trailer in the village.

“Five officers died on the spot while 11 others, who sustained various injuries, were rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital where they are currently receiving medical attention.”

Source: NAN

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The command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, disclosed  this during a parade of the suspects at the police headquarters on Friday.

Kiyawa stated that the suspects were apprehended at the premises of High Courts and other public buildings, with various items found in their possession.

He explained that the police, in collaboration with other security agencies, had established a comprehensive security network to ensure that the residents could go about their legitimate activities without any let or hindrance.

The police appealed to the residents to support their efforts by providing intelligence information that could aid in apprehending criminals in the state, thereby contributing to a safer and more secure environment.

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The Commissioner of Police, Salma Dogo, has praised the state government’s decision to impose a 24-hour curfew in the state.

He also urged the parents to ensure that all the stolen property from vandalised buildings were returned to the nearest police station.

Dogo warned that the police would not tolerate any acts of vandalism or disruptions to the peaceful atmosphere.

He emphasised that anyone found engaging in such criminal behaviour would face dire consequences, as the police remained committed to maintaining law and order in the state.

Source: NAN

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The announcement is contained in a statement issued by the command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Kiyawa, in Kano on Saturday.

According to the statement, the Police Commissioner, Mr Hussein Gumel, disclosed this at a meeting with the Kwanar Dangora community in Kiru local government area.

He appealed to critical stakeholders to intensify efforts in collaborating with the police to enhance the security of lives and property in the state.

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He called on the community to work with the police to carefully profile 52 suspected criminal arrowheads living in the surrounding areas.

He noted that so far 52 suspected criminals had been identified for being behind the increase in insecurity and related criminal activities in the area.

After the meeting, CP Gumel led patrol along Kano/Kaduna Expressway and assessed security deployments, manpower gaps and the state of Police equipment.

CP Gumel appreciated the local government chairmen, district heads and other key stakeholders for their continuous support and contribution to the Police in ensuring peace and security currently being enjoyed at Kiru, Kwanar Dangora and the state at large.

CP Gumel assured the residents that the Police command would remain committed to fighting crime and providing a safe and secure environment for everyone to enjoy in all parts of the state.

Source: NAN

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