Kano State Police Command said it has arrested the wife and other associates of Ahmad Abba, a suspected terrorist wanted for killing 17 people in Chad Republic.
Speaking with journalists yesterday, the Police Commissioner, Salman Garba, said Abba, who fled Nigeria recently, was “planning to establish a terrorist base in Kano”.
He identified the three suspects as Abba’s wife, a Chadian named Jibrin Mohammed and one Nigerian.
The commissioner said improvised explosive devices were recovered from the suspects.
“The wanted Chadian suspected terrorist escaped from Nigeria and we have successfully apprehended three of his associates, including his wife, another Chadian and a Nigerian.
“They were arrested following a thorough investigation and intelligence-led policing, and are currently in custody with investigation,” Garba said.
The commissioner said the police has intensified intelligence gathering to identify other suspects.
“Our teams are collaborating closely with other intelligence agencies and communities to indentify suspicious activities and individuals who may pose a security threat to our society.
“It is vital that we foster trust and cooperation between the police and the communities we serve, as this partnership is essential in combating crime and preventing likely emerging security threats.”
On January 24, the police command alerted residents to intelligence reports of a suspected plan by terrorists to target public gatherings in strategic locations across the state.
