Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, Kano State Commissioner of Police, says operatives of the state command of the force have recorded remarkable progress in ongoing operations embarked upon to disrupt the rising crime wave in the state.
He said the operation mounted against criminal networks operating in the state, which led to the achievement, was a result of increasing engagement with the community and leveraging intelligence.
Bakori made this known while providing updates on the security situation in the state, at a briefing held at the Bompai Police Headquarters, in Kano, on Monday.
The commissioner stated that the operation code ‘Operation Kukan Kura’has been instrumental in curbing all forms of criminal activities and fostering a safer environment for all, in the State, as well as preventing threats.
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“Operation Kukan Kura is a tackle all forms of crimes and criminalities in Kano State, with active participation of members of the public. This Operation has yielded remarkable results in disrupting criminal networks and preventing potential threats.
“By engaging with the community, leveraging intelligence and use of technology, the Command has been able to stay ahead of criminal elements and respond effectively to emerging security challenges.
The briefing aims to provide updates on the security landscape in Kano State, our sustained crime-fighting efforts, and the successes achieved by the Command in crime prevention, management and control within the period under review.
“In compliance with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, on adopting community-centred proactive crime prevention strategies ahead of the fourth and festive quarter of the year, the Kano State Police Command has intensified its strategic initiatives, particularly through Operation Kukan Kura.
“No doubt, with a massive reduction in crimes, the Command has achieved significant breakthroughs within one month, including the arrest of suspects for various felonious offences and the recovery of dangerous weapons and large quantities of illicit drugs.
“Notably, we recently recovered Tramadol and Pregabalin Tablets worth N82,725,000.00 in Rimin Auzinawa Quarters, Kano, which will be handed over to the NDLEA for further investigation and prosecution.
“In total, 105 suspects were arrested in 30 major cases, including armed robbery, illicit drug dealings, theft of motor vehicles and motorcycles, and thuggery. Exhibits recovered include firearms, motor vehicles, motorcycles, other dangerous weapons, illicit drugs, and stolen property.
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I wish to express my gratitude to the good people of Kano State for their support and cooperation, which have been instrumental in our successes. I look forward to continued collaboration in our quest to build a safer and more secure Kano State for all”, he further stated.
Bakori assured that the Kano State Police Command remains committed to its constitutional mandate of protecting lives and property, maintaining law and order, and preventing crimes. I urge everyone to keep supporting the Police by providing credible information.
