BREAKING: Edo Police Arrest Armed Kano Hunters, Recover Firearms Amid Rising Security Tensions
Benin City, Edo State – The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of four hunters from Kano State found with firearms and dangerous weapons in the Ikpoba Hill area of Benin City, sparking fresh concerns over inter-state security threats. Key Details of the Arrest ✔ Suspects Identified: Yusuf Abdulkarim Mujaheed Garba Shittu Idris Jamilu Habibu ✔ Location of Arrest: Americanus Hotel, Osemwenkhae Street (near Big Joe Motors, Ramat Park, Orogbeni Quarters) ✔ Weapons Recovered: 3 Dane guns 6 empty cartridges 3 half-filled cartridges 4 cutlasses 2 daggers Police Clarify Identity, Dispel Rumors Edo Police Spokesperson CSP Moses Yamu clarified that the suspects were hunters, not herdsmen, countering social media reports that had fueled ethnic tensions. "They were intercepted by the Edo Security Network with concealed weapons. Preliminary investigation reveals they are from Doguwa, Kano State, and were heading to Uvbe Community in Orhionmwon LGA for hunting purposes. Investigations are ongoing." Background: […]
