NPF parades suspected criminals in ongoing crackdown on crime
The Nigeria Police Force, led by Inspector General of Police (IGP) Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, paraded several suspects on Friday who were apprehended for various serious criminal activities.
The parade, which was conducted under the directive of IGP Egbetokun, highlighted the Police Force’s relentless efforts to combat crime and bring offenders to justice. The suspects, who have confessed to offences ranging from armed robbery to kidnapping, were presented to the media and the public, emphasizing that criminal activities will not be tolerated.
Among the cases presented was that of Hauwa Yusuf, a 30-year-old woman from Dutsin-Ma Local Government Area of Katsina State. She was intercepted by police while traveling from Lafia, Nasarawa State, to Katsina State in a Sienna bus along the Abuja-Kaduna Expressway. Upon searching the vehicle, police recovered an AK-47 rifle and four AK magazines hidden inside a sack of garri. Yusuf confessed that she was transporting the weapons on behalf of a notorious bandit who has been terrorizing Katsina State.
Represented by Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Inspector General reaffirmed the Police Force’s commitment to protecting the lives and property of all Nigerians. “This parade is a clear testament to our ongoing work to maintain law and order and to instill a sense of security within our communities,” IGP Egbetokun stated.
The Nigeria Police Force also called on the public to continue supporting law enforcement by providing timely information that could assist in the investigation and apprehension of criminal elements. “Together, we can build a safer Nigeria for all,” the statement concluded.
The parade serves as a strong message that the Nigeria Police Force remains steadfast in its mission to safeguard the nation and ensure justice prevails.
