The Nigeria Police Force has arrested suspects linked to armed robbery, murder, kidnapping, arson and other crimes across several states, recovering firearms, ammunition, a stolen cow and other exhibits.
The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Anthony Iniedu, disclosed this in the Force’s 24-hour operational update for October 13, 2026.
In Oyo State, six suspected armed robbers were arrested in Ibadan and environs. Police recovered five firearms, five cartridges and four cutlasses.
In Imo State, two suspects were arrested over the murder of a nine-year-old boy whose body was found in a well. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Owerri.
In Kaduna State, two suspects were arrested over the theft of a cow and the kidnapping of a man and his wife. The cow was recovered and returned to its owner. Separately, police took custody of three suspected bandits and kidnappers arrested by vigilantes.
In Kwara State, a suspected member of a kidnapping syndicate was arrested. He allegedly confessed to participating in four kidnapping operations. Police recovered a bag containing suspected hard drugs and keys allegedly used to lock up hostages.
In Katsina State, police arrested members of a community watch group over a violent incident, recovering nine pump-action guns, 37 cartridges and a cutlass. Injured victims were evacuated for medical treatment.
In Gombe State, a suspect was arrested over the fatal assault of a 30-year-old man following a dispute. Police are searching for an alleged accomplice. In Jigawa State, another suspect was arrested over the fatal stabbing of a woman, with the knife allegedly used in the attack recovered.
In Enugu State, police arrested a suspect over an arson attack on a residence at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, Senior Staff Quarters. The body involved in the related incident was preserved for autopsy.
In Lagos State, police recovered a Lexus RX350 abandoned by occupants who allegedly knocked down and dragged an officer during a stop-and-search operation. Charms and suspected narcotics were found in the vehicle, while efforts continue to arrest the fleeing suspects.
The police said the cases remain under investigation by the respective State Criminal Investigation Departments.
