Kebbi Police Convict 19 for Terrorism and Arms Offences

The Kebbi State Police Command has achieved the conviction of 19 suspects for terrorism, unlawful possession of firearms, and other offences following a 17-month investigation and prosecution. Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, announced this on Thursday in Birnin Kebbi.

The convictions were secured at the Federal High Court in Birnin Kebbi, where Justice Emmanuel Gakko presided. Among the convicted were Aliyu Hadari and Umar Musa Uzzi, identified as terrorist kingpins, sentenced to 15 years for terrorism, providing logistics to an armed group, and conspiracy to commit terrorism.

They were arrested along Yauri Road while allegedly transporting kidnap victims. The court also ordered the forfeiture of their vehicle and a motorcycle.

Additionally, 11 other suspects were convicted for unlawful possession of firearms, with sentences ranging from two years to six years. The Commissioner of Police in Kebbi State, CP Umar Muhammed Hajejia, praised the diligence of the prosecution team and the judge in concluding these complex cases.