NSCDC Nabs Man Over Alleged Vandalism at Jigawa Water Station
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Jigawa State Command, has arrested a 35-year-old man over the alleged theft and vandalism of an armoured cable at the Birnin Kudu Township Water Station. The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASC Badaruddeen Tijjani, disclosed this in a statement made available to journalists in Dutse on Monday. According to him, the incident was reported at about 4 a.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2026, after unknown persons allegedly vandalised the facility and tampered with its electrical installations. Following the report, the Divisional Officer of the Birnin Kudu Division, CSC A. S. Adam, mobilised operatives and commenced an investigation. Acting on intelligence provided by the Birnin Kudu Peace and Security Group, the operatives arrested the suspect at about 11 a.m. the same day. The suspect was identified as Rayyanu Ibrahim, 35, from Kurima, Birnin Kudu, and was reportedly found with an armoured cable suspected to have been removed from the affected facility.
Suspect Held in Jigawa Over Alleged Cable Theft, Vandalism
The NSCDC said its officers visited the scene and confirmed that the electrical system had been vandalised. During preliminary questioning, Ibrahim reportedly confessed to involvement in the alleged offence and provided information about other cable theft cases. According to the command, he also stated that the stolen cables were allegedly sold to scrap dealers. The NSCDC said investigations had been expanded to identify and apprehend other individuals who may be connected to the alleged criminal activities. Ibrahim remains in custody as the investigation continues, with further action expected in accordance with the law. Meanwhile, the Jigawa State Commandant, CC Muhammad Ingawa, reaffirmed the corps’ commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure. He urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities around critical infrastructure to security authorities.
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