Police arrests 5-member syndicate over criminal conspiracy, fraud, recover stolen vehicle

Yobe State Police Command said its operatives have arrested a five-member syndicate specializing in defrauding unsuspecting victims.

The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday which indicated that the arrest is another significant achievement in its fight against crime and criminality in the state.

“The suspects, namely: Abdullahi Suleman (62); Sani Salisu (30); Nasiru Mohd (30); Alhasan Illiya (55) from Potiskum LGA, Yobe State, as well as Weti Mohd (43) from Ngorore, Adamawa State, were apprehended on January 6, 2025, at about 1630hrs by the joint operations of the State Intelligence Department (SID) and Tarmuwa Divisional Police Headquarters”, SP Abdulkarim said.

According to the PPRO, the suspects’ modus operandi involves approaching targets, pretending to be travelers seeking for assistance, and subsequently deceiving them into parting with large sums of money under the guise of performing fetish work to ward off enemies and bring prosperity.

“The syndicate’s latest victim, Mallam Audu Shehu of Shekau Village, Tarmuwa LGA, was defrauded of N500,000.00. However, the stolen money was recovered intact during a search of the suspects’ possessions.

“The suspects confessed to the crime, revealing that this was their first operation in Yobe State, although they had been active in Adamawa, Gombe, and Taraba States for over three years” he added.

The State Commissioner of Police, Garba Ahmed, through the Command’s Spokesperson reiterated the Command’s commitment to ensuring security and safety in the state.

He urged the public to be cautious of impostors posing as marabouts or security agents to defraud community members.

The Command advised residents to report suspicious activities to the nearest Police Station and remain vigilant.

“Investigation is ongoing for subsequent prosecution. The following exhibits were recovered: a Mercedes-Benz saloon car, a bunch of paper notes, N500,000.00 in cash, and six granite pebbles”, he said.

Police arrests 5-member syndicate over criminal conspiracy, fraud, recover stolen vehicle

  • Related Posts

    BREAKING: Nigerian Journalist Fejiro Oliver Slams N1billion Lawsuit Against Delta Governor Oborevwori, Senator Dafinone, IGP, Others

    Also named in the suit challenging the enforcement of his fundamental rights to dignity of the human person, personal liberty, privacy and freedom of movement, are the Inspector General of…

    EXCLUSIVE: Daughter Of Former NFF Technical Director Accuses MFM General Overseer Olukoya Of Sexual Harassment, Withholding Husband’s Music Works

    In a detailed account shared with SaharaReporters on Monday, Roberts, who is the widow of the late MFM youth pastor and gospel music minister, Pastor Tope Roberts, appealed to Olukoya…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Business & Economy

    CBN directs banks to submit monthly reports on POS agents activities 

    Transforming energy solutions: Starsight Energy’s vision for Nigerian businesses  

    Nigeria Startup Act: NITDA names Iyin Aboyeji, 3 others for Innovation Council 

    JAMB mandates Microsoft Camera for CBT centres ahead of 2026 UTME registration 

    PZ Cussons shares rally 22% after Q1 profit beats full-year record 

    Livestock Policy: Nigeria unveils new framework to boost food security 

    Dangote Refinery: Shettima warns PENGASSAN against disrupting operations

    SendOva launches in the UK to redefine cross-border remittances

    From Renters to Owners: FG-backed mortgage reforms help 700+ Nigerians secure homes in 6 Months 

    FGN Savings Bond: DMO opens October offer at 14.06%, 15.06%

    Markets in shock: 25% capital gains tax, PenCom rules & Naira outlook  

    Cooking gas price soars to N3,000 per kg in Lagos amid scarcity 

    Gold hits $3,900 after 50% year-to-date rally

    Payaza sets new African Fintech Standard with N20.3 billion ($13.5M) Debt Redemption and Triple Credit Rating upgrades

    CPPE seeks new law to protect investors, employers in Nigeria 

    Seplat Energy ties Africa’s prosperity to Domestic Gas Development 

    Presco launches academy, training Africa’s next agriculture business leaders 

    FCCPC approves sale of Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) to UAC of Nigeria PLC 

    AccessCorp, Aradel Holdings, MTN, two others get analysts’ buy recommendation  

    Top 10 African countries with the largest number of airports and airfields 

    NiMet forecasts 3 days thunderstorm, heavy rain across Nigeria

    Jaiz Bank, FCMB Group, Julius Berger top stock pick this week

    Jaiz Bank, FCMB Group, Julius Berger top stock pick this week

    NUPRC approved 79 FDPs with $40 billion potential investment within two years – Official

    NUPRC approved 79 FDPs with $40 billion potential investment within two years – Official

    FG revamps agricultural education to boost food security, jobs

    Trillion-Naira club: 10 most profitable heavyweight stocks in Q3 2025 

    United Capital: Profit up, stock down; is the market overlooking its growth 

    Capital Gains Tax on equities triggers investor panic, capital flight fears 

    Sahara Group targets 350,000 bbl/d, acquires new seven oil rigs

    NUPRC: Nigeria’s rig count surges to 69

    Imisi wins N150M BBNaija S10 grand prize  

    DataPro Marks 30th Anniversary with Finance Webinar

    Adedeji: New Tax Regime Will Usher Unprecedented Opportunities for Economy

    Polaris Bank, NCF Expand Tree Planting Drive to Lagos, Others

    ipNX Calls for Reliable Backbone Infrastructure to Drive AI Adoption 

    Segilola: Nigeria’s Solid Minerals Sector is Investable, Profitable

    Panasonic, Proxynet Communications to Deliver Advanced Broadcast Solutions