53-year-old phone thief apprehended in Benue

Saturday, November 15, 2025 - Vigilant youths have apprehended a 53-year-old man accused of phone snatching in Makurdi, Benue State. 

The suspect identified simply as Ahagba, was nabbed at High-Level area of Makurdi on Thursday afternoon, November 13, 2025 after he attempted to steal a mobile phone.

 Eyewitnesses said the suspect was caught in the act and swiftly restrained by residents before he could escape. 

The timely intervention of the youths prevented the theft, drawing praise from residents for their vigilance