The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has intercepted a significant cache of live ammunition concealed within jerrycans filled with palm oil. On March 24, 2025, operatives from the Nyanya Division, in collaboration with the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), apprehended 32-year-old Nuhu Aminu from Katsina State at the Nyanya bus terminal. Aminu was found in possession of 488 rounds of AK-47 live ammunition ingeniously hidden in two 25-liter jerrycans filled with palm oil.
During interrogation, Aminu confessed that he was hired by one Yakubu Kachalla from Funtua, Katsina State, who allegedly paid him ₦100,000 to retrieve the illicit cargo from an unknown contact in Nasarawa State and transport it to Katsina.
This operation underscores the FCT Police Command’s dedication to dismantling criminal networks and preventing the proliferation of illegal arms that fuel violent crimes. The suspect remains in custody as investigations continue to apprehend his accomplices and uncover the full extent of this arms-smuggling operation.
The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), FCT Command, DCP Isyaku Sharu, has urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities. The Command remains steadfast in ensuring the safety of all citizens and will not relent in its fight against crime.
“For emergencies or to report suspicious activity, please contact the FCT Police Command through the following numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653, Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192.”
