76 Kano suspects arrested for flying Russian flags transferred to Abuja– CP 

76 suspects arrested for flying Russian flags transferred to Abuja– Kano CP

The Kano State Police Command has transferred the 76 suspects arrested for flying Russian flags, including a foreigner to Force Headquarters, Abuja for more investigation on charges of sedition.

The state Commissioner of Police, Salman Dogo-Garba, stated this on Monday while giving an update on nationwide anti-hunger protests.

“This press conference today to provide a comprehensive update on the recent violent incidents that resulted in wanton destruction and looting of Government and public properties in Kano State instigated by hoodlums under the guise of nationwide protest, as well as the achievements recorded by the Command in crime prevention, management and control from August 1 to date,” he said.

According to him, the command had so far arrested no fewer than 873 suspected criminals and recovered large quantity of exhibits.

According to him, a total of 600 suspects have been prosecuted for various offences, including criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance, riot, theft, mischief, and arson.

He added that 150 suspects were arrested and prosecuted for violating the curfew enforced by the Kano State Government, stating that six other suspects linked with masterminding the destruction, setting ablaze and looting of the Kano Printing Press (KPP) were undergoing investigation.

The police boss said items recovered from the suspects included two  AK-47 Exhibit Rifles and other substantial properties looted by the hoodlums at Audu Bako Secretariat, NCC Office, High Court Complexes, Kano Printing Press (KPP), and Super Markets.

He said, “The Command has remained resolute and steadfast in its duty to protect the lives and properties of all residents in Kano State. Through proactive policing strategies and community engagement, we have successfully achieved tremendous successes within the period under review.”