The Bureau News —The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested four suspects for vandalizing and stealing a transformer belonging to Government Girls Secondary School, Dakingari in Bunza Local Government Area.

Confirming the arrest, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Shafi’u Abubakar, said the suspects were paraded at the Police Headquarters in Birnin Kebbi following swift action by officers and vigilantes.

How the Arrest Happened

According to Abubakar, on September 10, 2025, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Bunza received intelligence that hoodlums had trespassed into the school premises to vandalize the transformer.

The DPO promptly mobilized his men alongside vigilantes to the scene, where the suspects were caught in the act using a chainsaw and other tools.

A black Toyota Corolla (Eagle Eyes) with registration number KNT-359-SN, Niger State was recovered, and two suspects—Sanusi Muhammad and Ibrahim Lawal of Sokoto State—were arrested immediately. The criminals had tied up the school watchman, Muhammad Danda Masa Nasharu, before commencing the vandalism.

Further investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) led to the arrest of two fleeing accomplices, Tasi’u Abubakar and Tasi’u Abdullahi, both from Zamfara State.

The police also recovered the vandalized armored cables and tools used for the crime.

Police Commissioner Commends Swift Action

The Commissioner of Police, CP Bello M. Sani, praised the professionalism and prompt response of the DPO and vigilantes. He emphasized the importance of continued collaboration between security agencies and residents to rid Kebbi State of violent crimes.

“Our Command remains committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all. This successful arrest underscores our readiness to respond swiftly to criminal activities,” Sani said.

The suspects will be charged in court after investigations are concluded.

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