Police arrest fake SP for fraud

The Kano State Police Command has arrested the Adamu Musa,  35 , of Kureken Sani Quarters, Kano, for allegedly impersonating a senior Police Officer and defrauding members of the public.

In a statement,  the state  police public relations officer, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa, said,”On  September 1, 2026, the Command received a distress report from No. 52 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Challawa Kano. Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Panshekara Police Division mobilised and arrested the suspect for parading himself as a Chief Superintendent of Police(CSP).

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect specialised in defrauding unsuspecting members of the public by presenting himself as a senior officer with influence over Police recruitment and postings.

“To lend credibility to his fraud, the suspect circulated edited photographs and AI-generated images of himself superimposed with very senior strategic Commanders of the Nigeria Police Force. He used these doctored pictures, alongside the names of senior officers, to deceive victims into believing he could secure recruitment slots and transfers for a fee.

‘A diligent search conducted at his premises led to the recovery of the following exhibits; One (1) Pair of Black Jacket Uniform, Two (2) Pairs of Black Shoes, One (1) Pair of Camouflage Uniform, One (1) Pair of Blue Uniform Top, and Cash sum of Three Hundred Thousand Naira Only (N300,000.00).

“The suspect is currently in custody, and will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.

“The Kano State Police Command cautions members of the public to be wary of fraudsters and impersonators who now use photo editing and AI technology to create fake images with senior officers and to extort money under the guise of recruitment, transfer or posting. Members of the public are reminded that recruitment into the NPF is completely free and no officer will ever demand money for enlistment or posting. Residents are therefore advised to verify the identity of anyone parading as a Police Officer, especially those wearing uniforms or soliciting money, and to promptly report any suspicious person or activity to the nearest Police formation.

“The Command remains committed to protecting lives and property and to ensuring that criminal elements who abuse the image and uniform of the Nigeria Police Force are brought to justice.”