Kano police announce N1 million reward for capturing criminal duo
Police authorities in Kano State have declared two wanted criminals, announcing a N500,000 bounty on each of their heads.
The declaration came from Commissioner of Police, Muhammed Sani Gumel, during the press conference where he paraded Sadiq Ahmad, also known as “Big Star,” one of the notorious criminals causing havoc in Kano Metropolis.
The Commissioner explained that Sadiq Ahmad had been a fugitive on the police’s most-wanted list.
He was apprehended after a brutal attack on Abdulrahman Isah using a pair of scissors, inflicting life-threatening injuries.
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Abdulrahman Isah was promptly rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, where he received medical treatment and was later discharged.
The police are conducting a discreet investigation, and Sadiq Ahmad will be charged in court as the case unfolds.
Commissioner Gumel expressed his gratitude to the law-abiding citizens of the state for their unwavering support and cooperation.
He reiterated his commitment to offer a N500,000 bounty for each of the most wanted criminals, particularly Abba Burakita from Dorayi Karama Quarters and Hantar Daba from Kwanar Disu Quarters, both residents of Kano.
He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or individuals to the nearest police station or through the following emergency contact numbers provided by the Kano State Police Command: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926.