Troops arrest two suspected armed robbers, kidnappers in Plateau
Two suspected armed robbers and kidnappers have been apprehended by troops of Sector 6, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), in collaboration with local residents in Plateau State. The arrest of the suspects took place in Ganawuri town, Riyom Local Government Area of the State. Security analyst, Zagazola Makama in his tweets on X on Friday stated that […] Troops arrest two suspected armed robbers,…
Troops, in collaboration with local residents, have apprehended two individuals suspected of being involved in armed robbery and kidnapping activities in Plateau State. The suspects, identified as Kabiru Mohammed and Abdul-Hamid Yusuf, were arrested in Ganawuri town, Riyom Local Government Area, around 10:30 p.m. on October 1, 2026.
According to a security analyst, the suspects are believed to be part of a criminal syndicate responsible for such crimes in Riyom and neighboring areas. The preliminary investigation suggests that the suspects remain in custody and are currently being interrogated to clarify their roles in the alleged criminal activities. The arrest is part of a broader security effort to track down criminal elements and ensure the safety of lives and property in Plateau State.
The full extent of the suspects' involvement in the crimes has yet to be determined through a judicial process.
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