Police arrest suspected bandit informant in Sokoto

Summary

Security operatives in Sokoto have arrested a man accused of passing information to bandits operating around Romo in Tambuwal LGA.

Highlights

• The suspect was identified as Ashiru Abubakar of Gumfa Gebe village in Wamakko Local Government Area.
• He was allegedly linked to a threat in which Romo residents were told to pay N10 million or face attack.
• The Sokoto State police spokesperson said the suspect had been charged to court.
• Police said the arrest followed investigations into his alleged links with criminal elements.
• The arrest comes as residents in Tambuwal and nearby communities have raised concerns over recent attacks and kidnappings.