Jigawa Police Arrest Three for Cable Theft and Vandalism

The Jigawa State Police Command arrested three suspects in connection with vandalism and theft incidents involving armoured and high-tension cables. On October 21, 2026, police operatives apprehended two suspects, Ahmed Garba, 20, and Abdullahi Garba, 25, inside the premises of the Manpower Development Institute (MDI) in Dutse, where they allegedly vandalised and stole armoured cables.

The arrests occurred around 3:00am during a night patrol. In a separate operation, police officers from Guri Division intercepted Abdullahi Maina, 23, who was found with a high-tension cable concealed in a sack along a bush path at approximately 9:30am on the same day.

The police spokesperson, SP Shi’isu Adam, confirmed that all three suspects are in custody as investigations continue, with efforts underway to identify any accomplices. The Commissioner of Police, CP Tijjani Murtala, reiterated the command's commitment to protecting public infrastructure and urged the public to report suspicious activities.