Friday, October 30, 2026 - The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Kano State has arrested a 27-year-old man, Yusuf Abdulrazaq, for allegedly posing as an officer of the Corps.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Command’s Public
Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, confirmed the arrest on behalf
of the State Commandant.
The statement said the suspect was arrested at Rimin
Auzinawa in Ungogo Local Government Area while allegedly posing as an Assistant
Superintendent of Corps I, ASC I, a rank represented by two stars, and claiming
to serve at the NSCDC State Command Headquarters.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect
allegedly offered to track stolen mobile phones but used the service to extort
money from unsuspecting members of the public.
The Kano State Commandant, Mohammed Hassan Agalama, urged
residents to remain vigilant and verify the identities of individuals claiming
to be NSCDC officers, especially those demanding money under suspicious
circumstances.
He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to protecting lives and
property, maintaining public trust and ensuring that anyone caught
impersonating security personnel or engaging in criminal activities faces
justice.
The statement added that the suspect remains in custody as
investigations continue, with possible prosecution to follow.
The Command also called on residents to report suspicious
activities and cooperate with security agencies to improve public safety.
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