In a major security breakthrough, the Kano State Police Command has announced the arrest of over 100 suspects and the recovery of arms, stolen property, and illicit drugs valued at more than ₦82 million, as part of intensified crime-fighting operations across the state.
Speaking at a press briefing on Monday, September 29, 2025, at the Bompai Police Headquarters, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, revealed that the successes were achieved through Operation Kukan Kura, a community-driven initiative designed to curb crime and ensure a safer Kano.
According to the CP, the operation, carried out in compliance with the Inspector-General of Police’s directive on proactive crime prevention strategies, has disrupted several criminal networks within the past month.
He disclosed that within the period under review, a total of 105 suspects were arrested in connection with various offences, including armed robbery, drug peddling, vehicle and motorcycle theft, and thuggery. The Police Commissioner further explained that among those arrested were 17 armed robbery suspects, eight suspected drug dealers, nine motor vehicle thieves, five motorcycle thieves, nine other thieves, and 57 suspected thugs popularly known as Yan Daba.
Bakori added that the Command recovered a significant cache of weapons, including three AK-47 rifles, three English pistols, three revolver pistols, a locally made AK-47 rifle, a dane gun, and two other locally fabricated pistols. He also noted that live ammunition, motor vehicles, tricycles, motorcycles, and even three cows were seized during various operations.
On illicit drugs, the Police Commissioner revealed that officers intercepted 603 packets of Tramadol tablets containing 60,300 pieces valued at ₦60.3 million, as well as six cartons of Pregabalin capsules containing 44,850 pieces worth ₦22.4 million. In addition, 523 parcels of dried leaves suspected to be cannabis sativa were recovered alongside other drugs and stolen properties. Items such as five POS machines and dozens of sharp weapons, including swords, cutlasses, and knives, were also seized.
Bakori expressed appreciation to the residents of Kano State for their cooperation and urged them to continue providing credible intelligence to help sustain the fight against crime.
“The command remains committed to protecting lives and property, maintaining law and order, and ensuring that Kano remains safe for all,” he assured.