From Abel Leonard, Lafia
In response to the escalating armed robbery incidents along the Doma-Rukubi Road in Ekye, Doma LGA, the Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested two suspects in military uniform.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Nasarawa State Command, DSP Ramhan Nansel, in a statement on Saturday noted that the feat was achieved following recurrent complaints of armed robberies, particularly on Thursday nights. He said that prompted the Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police, Umar Shehu Nadada, to initiate proactive measures to address the menace.
He said the operation culminated in successful ambush by police operatives from the Ekye Division at Kwanar Kare, a notorious spot along the Doma-Rukubi Road frequently besieged by armed bandits.
He further said Abdullahi Basso and Saidu Isah, both residents of Rugan Maigari, Rukubi village, were apprehended in the act while posing as military personnel. Confiscated from the suspects were N300,000 in cash, a knife, and assorted incriminating items.
He said further investigations revealed their involvement in a previous robbery where they robbed one Mallam Barka of N500,000 at the same location.
Expressing satisfaction with the proactive stance of the command, CP Nadada commended the diligence of the officers and urged for sustained vigilance in curbing criminal activities in the state.