The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspects, Ayuba Ahmadu and Danlami Ayuba, for supplying fuel to bandits in the Alkaleri Local Government Area.
The Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO Bauchi State Police Command, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this while briefing newsmen on behalf of his principal, CP Sani-Omolori, on Wednesday.
“The PPRO said, ‘On Tuesday, 3rd February, 2026, at about 1400 hrs, the ever-alert JTF operatives deployed to Mansur town in Alkaleri LGA intercepted two suspects, Ayuba Ahmadu and Danlami Ayuba, both males aged 25, from Bogwas village in Alkaleri LGA. They were found in possession of 560 litres of petroleum motor spirit (PMS).”
“The suspects confessed to selling fuel to bandits in the area. Each suspect was carrying a container with 280 litres on a Honda motorcycle,” SP Habib said.
He stated that arms and ammunition, including two AK-47 rifles, three Dane guns, 200 live ammunitions, and 40 empty shells, were recovered from the suspects.
SP Habib said other items seized include 12 knives, 18 cutlasses, one axe, and two sticks.
He noted that the Bauchi State Police Command, led by CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has reiterated its commitment to maintaining peace and security in the state, urging members of the public to report suspicious activities and assuring them of confidentiality.
The command’s efforts come as Bauchi State celebrates its 50th anniversary, marking five decades of progress and development.
The police have vowed to continue apprehending criminals and ensuring justice is served.
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