The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Kano State Command, has arrested twenty foreign nationals in the Danbare area of Kumbotso local government area of the State.
The suspects, comprising individuals from Sudan, Chad, and other neighbouring countries, were apprehended following credible intelligence and a coordinated operation by the operatives of the corps.
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The state NSCD commandant, Mohammed Hassan Agalama confirmed the arrest of the suspects while addressing a news conference in Kano on Tuesday.
“The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Kano State Command, wishes to inform the general public of the successful arrest of twenty (20) foreign nationals in the Danbare area of Kumbotso Local Government Area of Kano State,” he said.
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Agalama said preliminary investigations indicated that the individuals could not provide valid travel or identification documents, raising concerns over their mode of entry and activities within the state.
He said exhibits recovered from the suspects included Ten (10) android phones.
He said the Corps is currently profiling and investigating the suspects to ascertain their mission and possible links to any unlawful activities pointing out that relevant agencies have been duly notified, and necessary steps are being taken in line with extant laws.
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The NSCDC Kano State Command reiterates its commitment to safeguarding critical national assets and maintaining internal security, urging members of the public to remain vigilant and continue to support security agencies with timely and useful information.
He said further developments will be communicated to members of the public as investigations continued
