Police apprehend three suspected armed robbers and seize sharp knives in Kano.

The Kano State Police Command has arrested three suspected armed robbers and recovered sharp knives. 

Spokesperson of the command, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, who disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, January 23, 20255, said that the suspects blocked a road, attacked and robbed innocent people of their mobile phones.

“As part of the Command’s efforts to combat all forms of criminalities and maintain law and order in Kano State, a team of Police detectives led by CSP Aliyu Muhammad Auwal arrested the following three (3) suspected armed robbers; (i). Aminu Muhammad, ‘m’, 28 years old of Sabon Titi Quarters, (ii). Abubakar Aminu, ‘m’, 24 years old of Gaida Diga, and (III). Mujahid Muhammad, ‘m’, 23 years old of Na’ibawa Quarters, Kano. Three (3) Sharp Knives and a Mobile Phone were recovered from them,” the statement read.

“The suspects were arrested on 15/01/2025, at about 7:30am, based on information received from a good Samaritan that the suspects while riding on a Motorcycle, blocked Magwan Road, attacking and robbing innocent people of their mobile phones.

“The suspects are currently undergoing investigation at the Command’s Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.

“The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Salman Dogo Garba warns that these criminal activities will not be tolerated and the Command will spare no effort in arresting and prosecuting anyone who tries to disrupt the peaceful atmosphere being enjoyed in the State.

“Finally, members of the public are encouraged to continue to support the Police by providing timely information that will aid in arresting criminals. In case of emergencies or to report any suspicious activities, Kano State Police Command can be reached through the following contact numbers; 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.”