The Nigeria Police Force has reported major operational successes across several states, including the neutralisation of 15 bandits and 21 suspected Boko Haram terrorists, recovery of firearms and ammunition, arrest of suspected criminals and rescue of kidnapped victims.
According to the State-by-State Executive Summary of Police operational successes released for August 29, 2026, the 15 bandits were neutralised in Sokoto State during a joint operation involving Police operatives, the military and other security personnel.
The operation, conducted on August 28 following intelligence on the movement of armed bandits towards Maikujura Village with rustled animals, resulted in the recovery of two AK-47 rifles, 52 rounds of live ammunition and 62 rustled animals. No casualties were recorded among the security personnel or villagers.
In Adamawa State, a joint Police, military and civilian Joint Task Force operation around Kopre Hill in Hong Local Government Area neutralised 21 suspected Boko Haram terrorists after security personnel engaged them in a gun duel. Other terrorists reportedly fled with gunshot wounds.
Meanwhile, Police operatives in Anambra State arrested nine suspected armed robbers during stop-and-search operations at Isuofia Nipping Point. Three AK-47 rifles, a pump-action rifle, three rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and two live cartridges were recovered.
The Police said investigation revealed that one of the recovered AK-47 rifles was allegedly snatched from a slain Police Inspector in Nnewi North Local Government Area in 2024.
In Taraba State, two female suspected human traffickers were arrested at Awoniyi Motor Park, Jalingo, while allegedly attempting to transport three girls, aged between four and five years, to Yola, Adamawa State. The children were rescued unharmed, while efforts are underway to trace their relatives.
In Plateau State, Police personnel on routine patrol around Kafi-Abu in Barkin-Ladi Local Government Area foiled an alleged attack by armed bandits. The suspects fled into the forest, abandoning a General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) and an AK-47 rifle.
Similarly, an AK-47 rifle allegedly stolen from the Police was recovered in Osun State following the intervention of the Akire of Ikire Kingdom. The rifle, bearing breech number 24570, was recovered alongside an empty magazine.
In Nasarawa State, four students of the Federal University Lafia abducted from their lodge on August 26 were released by their abductors on August 28 and reunited with their families. Police said efforts are ongoing to obtain intelligence from the victims to identify and apprehend the perpetrators.
The Nasarawa Police Command also arrested two male suspects over the alleged abduction of one Adamu Magaji in Obi Local Government Area.
In the Federal Capital Territory, Police arrested a forest guard, identified as John Zitta, over an alleged shooting incident at a mining site in Gwagwalada. The suspect allegedly shot two persons in their legs following an argument. A locally fabricated firearm and three cartridges were recovered, while the victims were taken to hospital.
Also in Enugu State, four suspected armed robbers were arrested by operatives of the VCRU Anti-Cultism Sub-Unit in collaboration with neighbourhood watch personnel. The suspects were allegedly linked to the robbery of ₦200,000 from a victim in the Ugbo-Odogwu area of Trans Ekulu. A fabricated firearm and jackknife were recovered.
The Police further reported the arrest of a 20-year-old male suspect in Nasarawa State over the death of a 15-year-old girl who reportedly died while undergoing an alleged attempt to procure an abortion. The deceased’s remains were deposited at a mortuary for autopsy.
In Kano State, Police contained a public disturbance after youths barricaded Ungogo Alharini Road. Three victims injured during an earlier attack were rescued and taken to hospital, while community leaders and stakeholders from the affected communities were engaged in a peace and sensitisation meeting.
The Police also responded to the collapse of a two-storey residential building at Kaura Phase 2, Kubwa, in the FCT, rescuing two injured victims and evacuating them to Kubwa General Hospital. The scene was subsequently cordoned off in collaboration with emergency agencies.
The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, who issued the statement on behalf of the Nigeria Police Force, said the various operations demonstrate the commitment of the Police and other security agencies to protecting lives and property, combating violent crime and maintaining public safety across the country.
The Police said investigations are ongoing in the reported cases, while efforts continue to apprehend fleeing suspects and bring them to justice.
