Police Arrest 12 Suspected Hoodlums, Recover Five Bags Of Cannabis In Niger
Published on June 3, 2025
The Niger State Police Command has apprehended 12 suspected hoodlums during a coordinated raid on criminal blackspots in Minna, the state capital. The operation also led to the recovery of five bags of Indian hemp.
The arrests were made in the early hours of June 1, 2025, around 1:00 am, according to a statement released by the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun. The operation was carried out by operatives from the Central Police Division in collaboration with local vigilante members.
Targeted areas during the raids included Paida, Sabon-Gari, Gwari Market, and Abdulsalam Quarters.
In Abdulsalam Quarters, officers recovered the cannabis from a residence linked to Saifulahi Abubakar, 18. Abubakar reportedly claimed that the drugs belonged to an individual named Dahiru, who is currently on the run.
Among the arrested suspects are:
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Alhassan Yusuf, 25, of Barkin-Sale
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Abubakar Shehu, 20, of Kasuwan Gwari
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Hashiru Hamza, 20, of Kasuwan Gwari
Some of the individuals were also found to have pending cases at the police station.
SP Abiodun confirmed that all suspects are currently under investigation, and will be charged to court upon completion of inquiries.
The police assured residents of continued efforts to clamp down on criminal elements and maintain safety across the state.
