POLICE STOP MAJOR ARMS TRAFFICKING OPERATION, ARREST TWO SUSPECTS IN NASARAWA
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By Jen Nomamiukor
The Nasarawa State Police Command has successfully intercepted a significant illegal arms trafficking attempt, leading to the arrest of two suspects involved in the crime.
On June 4, 2025, at approximately 3:00 AM, the state’s Commissioner of Police, SP Ramhan Nansel, announced that the Command successfully intercepted two suspected gunrunners in Lafia who were transporting a substantial quantity of high-grade firearms and ammunition destined for Ilorin, Kwara state. This operation was executed following credible intelligence, leading to the prompt deployment of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit and the subsequent arrest of the suspects.
The two suspects who were arrested are Lawal Sani, a 40-year-old male commercial bus driver from the Makwalla area in Funtua LGA, Katsina State, and Dahiru Abdullahi, a 75-year-old male cattle trader from Angwan Dosa, Kaduna North LGA, Kaduna State, who is known to work at the Keffi Cattle Market in Nasarawa State.
The items recovered include: one General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), three AK-47 rifles, one TAB 06 rifle, 1,096 rounds of 7.62 x 39mm ammunition, 20 rounds of 7.62mm NATO caliber ammunition, four empty magazines, and a grey Toyota Hiace bus with registration number AAA 926 XL.
According to authorities, the suspects admitted they were paid ₦500,000 to transport the weapons from Benue State to Kwara State, a deal that had the potential to supply several criminal organizations.
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The Commissioner of Police emphasized that this operation sends a strong message to all criminals in the state.
“Nasarawa State is not a safe haven for crime. We are fully committed to breaking up illegal arms networks and ensuring the safety of innocent Nigerians.
We urge the public to stay vigilant and keep reporting any suspicious activities through our official hotlines: 08112692680, 08032564469, 08036157659, 08037461715, 07032532391. We assure everyone that we will continue to take firm action to protect peace and security,” the statement said.
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