The Kaduna State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in collaboration with Nigerian Army, have apprehended two individuals suspected of rail vandalism in the Gwagwada community, Chikun Local Government Area.
Announcing the arrest, the state commandant, Nuhu Bello Muhammadu Dansadau, revealed that the operation was a collaborative effort between NSCDC personnel and the Nigerian Army (Fasan Yamman) along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway.
“Our personnel, in a joint operation with the Nigerian Army (Fasan Yamman) along the Abuja-Kaduna Highway, sprang into action and apprehended the suspects,” he stated.
The suspects, identified as 33-year-old Tasiu Mohammed and his driver, 39-year-old Jamilu Sanusi, are now in custody, along with the recovered exhibits.
Dansadau confirmed that they would face prosecution once investigations were concluded.
Urging community members to support security agencies by providing intelligence on criminal activities, the commandant assured that security operatives would maintain relentless pressure on criminals across all 23 local government areas.
He reaffirmed the corps’ commitment to ensuring that criminals either abandon their unlawful activities or are arrested and prosecuted.
Additionally, he acknowledged the support of Governor Uba Sani, which has strengthened the NSCDC’s capacity to carry out its duties effectively.
