THE Niger State Police Command, under the directive of Commissioner of Police, CP Shawulu Danmamman, said it has successfully destroyed improvised explosive devices (IEDs) recovered during counter-insurgency operations between 2021 and 2023.
The destruction, led by SP Mohammed Mamun, took place on August 22, 2024, near Zuma Rock, Suleja.
The recovered IEDs include pipe-borne explosives, military-grade missiles, and hand grenades found in Shiroro and Minna.
In a separate operation, an abandoned AK-49 rifle was recovered on August 14, 2024, in the Kaffin-Koro area, believed to have been left by bandits during a joint clearance operation. The rifle is currently undergoing forensic analysis.
Additionally, the police said it arrested two suspected robbers on August 23, 2024, in Zuba, Abuja, recovering a stolen Mercedes C230 and several electronic items. The suspects confessed to the crime and are currently under investigation.
