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Police Recovers N129bn Fake Bank Notes In Foreign Currencies, Arms From Kaduna, Kebbi, Kano [PHOTOS]
The operatives of the Kano State Police Command have recovered counterfeit banknotes valued at N129 billion and seized arms in an intensified crackdown on illegal activities, marking a significant step in the fight against financial crimes and insecurity.
Additionally, three suspects caught with counterfeit currencies in various denominations have been arrested as part of the operation.
According to the command, a breakdown of the currencies includes “3,366,000” in counterfeit US Dollars, “51,970” in counterfeit CFA francs, and “1,443,000” in counterfeit Naira.
One of the suspects, Nura Ibrahim, led to the arrest of his accomplices, Muhammed Muntari and Usman Abdullahi, following a preliminary investigation by the force in the Gwale area of the state.
The Public Relations Officer confirmed this on Tuesday through a statement posted on the agency’s social media platform.
Also arrested were three gunrunners along the Kaduna-Kano expressway in Kaduna State, just a day after the incident in Kano.
The suspects, Buhari Suleiman, Jamil Yakubu, and Aliyu Abdullahi, were alleged to have been involved in the illegal arms trade, supplying criminals and terrorists who have been disturbing residents in the area.
As gathered, the suspects were apprehended after police operatives observed their suspicious activities, which led to an investigation and the recovery of “216 rounds” of 9mm live ammunition and “one round” of AK-47 ammunition.
In a separate operation, operatives from the Kebbi State Command rescued 36 victims who had been kidnapped along the Mairairai/Bena Road in Danko/Wasagu LGA while returning from their farms.
Meanwhile, police operatives visited the community of the rescued victims to engage with its members, debrief the victims, and reassure the public of their unwavering commitment to ensuring safety and security.
Reacting to this commendable development by the police force nationwide, the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, praised the officers for their relentless efforts in combating crime.
Egbetokun also reiterated the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to combatting all forms of crime and criminality, particularly economic saboteurs.
“The force remains vigilant, steadfast, and unforgiving towards those who would threaten the national security and economic progress of our dear country,” he said.
Daniel Bwala, Atiku Abubakar’s former aide, has decamped to the All Progressive Congress.
This comes weeks after President Tinubu appointed him as his special adviser on media and public communication then later changed his portfolio to SA on policy communication.
In a post on his X (former twitter) page, Bwala posted a picture of him at the APC media centre and captioned it ‘Sweet Home’.
This however, is a fulfillment of the prediction of many after the former PDP apologist accepted to serve the APC government.
Meanwhile, Bwala used to be with the APC before he left for the camp of Atiku’s PDP during the 2023 presidential election campaign.
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Lagos Takes A Giant Leap Towards A Cleaner, Greener Future With Proper Waste Disposal Bins [PHOTOS]
- Join the Movement to Build a Culture of Proper Waste Segregation and Disposal in Lagos.
As part of its efforts to promote a cleaner, greener, and healthier environment, The Architects Place Ltd In conjunction with the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources has launched an initiative to provide proper waste disposal bins across the state.
The initiative, which is aimed at building a culture of proper waste segregation and disposal, is designed to encourage residents, businesses, and institutions to properly dispose their waste and recyclables.
The proper waste disposal bins, which are designed to accommodate different types of waste, including recyclables, organics, and non-recyclable waste, will be strategically located in public spaces, markets, and other high-traffic areas.
This will help to reduce the amount of waste that ends up in landfills and waterways, improving environmental health and reducing the risk of disease. By providing separate bins for recyclables, the initiative will encourage residents and businesses to recycle more, reducing waste and conserving natural resources.
We urge all residents, businesses, and institutions in Lagos to join us in this effort to build a culture of proper waste segregation and disposal. Together, we can make a difference and create a cleaner, greener, and healthier environment for all.
For more information on the proper waste disposal bin initiative, please contact:
Ministry of Environment & Water Resources, Alausa Lagos State.
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