Friday, August 28, 2026 - The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested a suspected
vandal and recovered a large quantity of stolen electricity cables in Bunza
Local Government Area of the state.
The suspect, identified as Mustapha Abubakar, was arrested
on August 25, 2026, during a police operation in the Kara area of Bunza town.
The operation followed concerns over the theft and vandalism
of electricity infrastructure in the area, which has affected electricity
supply to some communities.
Police operatives recovered 10 bundles and seven sacks of
electricity service cables during the operation.
The suspect was subsequently arraigned before a court,
according to the state Police Command.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, said
the recovery was part of the command’s efforts to curb the theft and vandalism
of critical infrastructure in the state.
He said the command remained committed to protecting public
infrastructure and bringing those involved in the theft and vandalism of
electricity facilities to justice.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Umar M. Hadejia, urged
residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the police.
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