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From Abel Leonard, Lafia
The Nasarawa Command of the Nigeria Police Force announced the arrest and subsequent parading of Sunday Haruna, an escapee from Kuje prison.
The arrest of Haruna, who had been on the run since the prison break in 2022, was revealed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Ramhan Nansel, during the presentation of 17 other suspects involved in various criminal activities on Wednesday at the police Headquarters, Lafia, Nasarawa state.
According to the police, the arrest of Sunday Haruna came following a complaint of housebreaking and theft lodged at the Masaka Divisional Headquarters. Promptly initiating a thorough investigation into the matter, diligent police detectives attached to the Masaka Division were able to apprehend Haruna as a prime suspect associated with the case.
Upon interrogation, the police confirmed that Haruna confessed to escaping from Kuje Prison during the attack in 2022. Consequently, the authorities will hand him over to the Nigeria Correctional Service for further legal proceedings.
In addition to the arrest of Haruna, the police highlighted the commendable efforts of the Anti-Cultism Unit in capturing Joseph Anthony and Ardo Habu, both 28 years of age. A raid on their hideout led to the recovery of four bags and twenty-four blocks of dried leaves suspected to be Indian Hemp, a significant exhibit in their alleged involvement in illicit drug activities.
Further, the Nasarawa Command of the Nigeria Police Force apprehended Salah Wada (22), Abdulrahman Ismaila (21), and Yusuf Isah (19), all residents of Lily Village, Nasarawa Eggon.
These individuals are accused of armed robbery and kidnapping incidents that occurred along the Akwanga Road, Nasarawa Eggon, where unsuspecting road users fell victim to their criminal acts. Responding promptly to the received information, security operatives engaged the suspects in a gun duel, leading to their eventual capture.
Among the suspects paraded, Ali Haliru (36), Umar Ekka (30), Danjuma Kaidu (35), and Salihu Gama (36) were also taken into custody. Notably, the police seized a sum of nine hundred thousand naira from the suspects, allegedly intended for the purchase of an AK-47 rifle, further underscoring their involvement in illicit activities.
The police reiterated their commitment to intensify efforts in cracking down on criminals throughout the state. They urged members of the public to provide the police with the necessary cooperation to ensure a collective fight against crime.
