Sunday, September 21, 2025 - The Kano State Police Command says it has arrested two men linked to an armed robbery and attempted murder case in Lagos.
Police spokesman SP Abdullahi Haruna announced the
development in a statement on Saturday, describing it as a major breakthrough
achieved through intelligence gathering and support from local communities.
According to Haruna, tactical operatives acting on credible
information apprehended the suspects on September 11 at Na’ibawa Quarters in
Kano. They were identified as 25-year-old Mathew Adewole of Na’ibawa Quarters
and 31-year-old Mukhtar Muhammad of Unguwa Uku Quarters.
During interrogation, Adewole reportedly admitted to
attacking a Lagos resident, identified as Lil-Kesh, in Bera Estate, Chevron, on
August 19. The assault left the victim with severe injuries, including a deep
cut to the neck. Haruna said the attackers forced the victim to transfer more
than N2 million from his account to an account belonging to Muhammad.
He added that the arrests followed directives from the
Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, who has emphasized strengthening
intelligence operations and community policing to combat crime more
effectively.
The suspects have since been transferred to the Lagos State
Police Command for further investigation and prosecution.
Kano State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, praised
the officers involved in the operation and acknowledged the role of residents
who provided information. He reassured the public that the command would
continue working with security agencies and community leaders to maintain
order.
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