By: Babagana Bukar Wakil, Maiduguri
In a decisive action, the Borno State Police Command, led by Commissioner Yususfu Mohammed Lawal, has arrested 97 individuals during the recent nationwide protests titled “End Bad Governance.” The operation, conducted in collaboration with other security agencies, aimed to prevent and respond to disruptions caused by criminals exploiting the protests.
Before the protests began, the police arrested seven social media influencers for inciting violence and insulting government officials, religious leaders, and traditional figures. During the protests, seven individuals were apprehended for displaying foreign flags, which posed a perceived threat to national security. Additionally, 83 suspects were arrested across various locations in Maiduguri for vandalism, theft, arson, and rioting.
Vandalism and theft at the WFP warehouse on Baga Road, including office supplies and food items, Removal of interlocks, flower vessels, streetlights, and pedestrian bridge barricades at Bulumkutu, Lagos Street, Gwange, and Baga Roa, Damage to vehicle windows and burning of tires on major road, Vandalism of offices and vehicles at Mechanical Village and looting at the UNHRC facility on Baga Road.
The police recovered several items from the suspects, including, 2 packs of Hilltop tea, 20 stones, 1 air conditioner
, 2 office chairs, 7 foreign flags, 3 bags of NPK fertilizer, 1 half bag of cannabis, 1 sewing machine, 30 blankets
, 1 water dispenser,
1 control switch set, Ashes of tires, 1 office table, Iron rods.
The Borno State Police Command remains dedicated to upholding public safety and order with a commitment to professionalism and effective service. Members of the public are encouraged to report any suspicious activities to the police.
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