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Sokoto Police arrest suspected bandit financiers, motorcycle thieves
The Sokoto State Police Command has arrested several suspects believed to be involved in funding bandits and stealing motorcycles during two coordinated operations conducted on Wednesday across Sokoto and neighbouring Zamfara State.
In a statement issued on Friday, the command’s spokesperson, DSP Ahmed Rufai, said three suspects were picked up in Tangaza Local Government Area for allegedly supporting a notorious bandit group by helping them sell rustled cattle.
Rufai said, “One of the arrested suspects, Ruwa Ginyo, identified as the Fulani head of Gidan-Madi, was apprehended alongside two accomplices. Police recovered four rustled cows during the operation.”
The Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Musa, described the suspects as part of the “financial engine room” that keeps bandits active.
“Cutting off their funding stream is a major victory,” he said.
Hours later, the Command’s Strike Force raided Talata Mafara in Zamfara State, arresting several individuals linked to a motorcycle theft and resale syndicate.
Two motorcycles reported stolen in Sokoto were recovered during the operation.
Musa said the arrests demonstrate the Command’s expanding operational reach.
“Our message is clear.
“If you commit a crime in Sokoto, we will find you — even if you run to another state. The era of criminals feeling safe across borders is over,” he added.
He urged residents, particularly livestock and motorcycle dealers, to verify ownership documents before transactions and to report suspicious activities promptly.
“Public cooperation remains our strongest asset. Every credible tip brings us closer to making our communities safer,” the Commissioner said.
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