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The Nigerian Police said it is investigating the origin of two English-made pistols used by a nine (9)-man armed robbery syndicate arrested in connection with, deadly robbery attack carried out in the Kano metropolis, recently.
The two weapons: an English Falcon pistol with breach number RFJA 170521867, and one scrapped Phoenix pistol, were among several other arms recovered from the robbers, linked to a dastardly robbery attack at a residence in Unguwar Wambai, Dorayi Babba Quarters, last week.
Briefing journalists on Monday on recent breakthroughs recorded by the operatives of the command, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, Kano State Commissioner of Police, said that the source of the two English pistols used for the robbery operation is part of the information that his detectives are trying to uncover.
“Good afternoon, distinguished ladies and gentlemen of the press. I am pleased to brief you on a significant breakthrough achieved by the Kano State Police Command in our efforts to combat crime and ensure the safety of lives and property in the State.
“Acting in line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, charging all Commands and Formations to dominate the public space, and aggressively and strategically tackle all forms of criminal activities; today, I am pleased to announce to you the successful arrest of 9 suspects involved in a series of armed robbery operations in Kano State.
“The arrest was triggered by a report of an armed robbery incident that occurred on October 8, 2025, at about 2 am, at a residence in Unguwar Wambai, Dorayi Babba Quarters, Kano. The robbers, armed with rifles, made away with a Toyota Yaris motor vehicle, foreign and local currencies amounting to N3,700,000, three mobile phones, and other valuables.
“In the process, they also brutally assaulted the complainant’s wife, removing one of her teeth with a diamond, causing her grievous hurt. Police officers attached to the Dorayi Divisional Headquarters responded and arrested one suspect.
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“On my instruction, the Command’s Special Intervention Squad (SIS) moved in and rounded up the other eight suspects at different locations within Kano and Kaduna States. The suspects, who were arrested following this coordinated intelligence and tactical operation, include:
“Abubakar Aminu, 22 years old, Aliyu Aliyu, 23 years old, Abubakar Usman, 22 years old, Sulaiman Sani, 20 years old, Yusuf Yusuf, 17 years old, Abdulrahman Aliyu, 23 years old, Salisu Hussaini, 17 years old, Sulaiman Abdullahi, 20 years old, and, Abdulmutallab Sa’ad, 24 years old”, he disclosed.
According to Bakori, the suspects have confessed to their involvement in several armed robbery operations in Abuja, Kaduna, and Kano State, including the recent armed robbery at Unguwar Jakada, Dorayi Quarters, Kano State.
He said that during the investigation, the following exhibits were recovered: One double-barrel gun with breach number 273720 with eighteen rounds of live cartridges, one English Falcon pistol with breach number RFJA 170521867, and one scrapped Phoenix pistol
Other weapons recovered from the suspect, he stated, include: One iron cutter, two cutlasses, four sharp knives, three torch lights, and one operational vehicle Toyota Corolla LE with registration number ADK 787 EV, red in colour, as well as two mobile phones.
Responding to questions, he hinted that all the suspects arrested will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation, and the Command is working to recover more exhibits, as well as the sources of the origin of the pistols and guns used in the robbery operation.
“I would like to commend the officers involved in this operation for their bravery and professionalism. Their dedication to duty has resulted in this significant breakthrough, and I urge all officers to continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of the people of Kano State.
“I also wish to appreciate the support of the public in providing valuable information that led to this achievement. We encourage the public to continue to support us with information that will aid our efforts in combating crime and ensuring the safety of lives and property in the State.
“Notably, our community-based crime-fighting model, ‘Operation Kukan Kura,’ has contributed significantly to the reduction of crime in the State. We have seen a geometric reduction in all forms of crimes. Mobile phone snatching and robbery becoming a thing of the past Thuggery activities (Fadan Daba) being crippled”, the commissioner of police further stated.
