Jigawa Police recover stolen KEDCO vehicle, arrests suspect

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 - The Jigawa State Police Command says it has made key breakthroughs in its efforts to tackle car and motorcycle theft across the state.

Police spokesperson SP Shiisu Lawan Adam said in a statement that on November 7, 2025, officers from the Safer Highway Patrol Team in Ringim, working with the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, intercepted a white Toyota Hilux belonging to the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO).

“The vehicle, with registration number ABS 16 MR, was discovered to have been stolen in Dutse Metropolis,” the statement said.

“The suspect abandoned the vehicle and fled into the bush when he sighted the patrol team.”

The police have recovered and secured the Hilux while efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspect.

In another operation, the police on November 9 arrested one Muhammad Muhammad, aged 44, from Gombe State, in connection with a stolen golden Toyota Corolla LE. The car, with registration number KBT 932 TJ, was reportedly stolen in Kano State.

“The suspect could not provide satisfactory proof of ownership,” the police said.

“He had changed the plate number to Adamawa JMT 98PD after stealing it.”

The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further probe before being sent to the Kano Police Command for prosecution.

In a separate incident on the same day, police at the Dan Masara checkpoint arrested one Suraja Gaye, 28, from Dangoli town in Kiyawa local government, for allegedly stealing a motorcycle.

Officers said his suspicious behavior led to a search that revealed inconsistencies in his claims of ownership.

The suspect is now in custody as investigators try to locate the motorcycle’s rightful owner.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Dahiru Muhammad, praised the officers and vigilante members for their alertness and professionalism and urged them to keep up their efforts.

He also called on residents to share useful information that could help security agencies track down criminals.

“The Jigawa State Police Command remains committed to ensuring a peaceful and secure environment for all residents,” the statement added.