The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has arrested a 32-year-old man suspected of attempting to supply ammunition to bandits operating in Zamfara State.
The suspect, identified as Ahmed Abubakar, a native of Gusau, Zamfara State, and resident of Anguwan Dodo, Gwagwalada, was apprehended on December 7 at about 3:30 p.m. by operatives of the Mabushi Division following credible intelligence.
Investigations revealed that Abubakar allegedly contacted a Nigerian Army personnel, Cpl. Yusuf Mohammed, to procure 1,000 rounds of ammunition for Zamfara bandits in exchange for a monetary reward.
During preliminary questioning, Abubakar reportedly confessed that he was acting on the instructions of his uncle, Ahmed Yakubu, who is currently at large.
The uncle allegedly tasked him with purchasing the ammunition and transporting it back to Zamfara for use by local bandit groups.
Police recovered ₦170,100 from the suspect, believed to be part of the funds intended for the illicit transaction.
The FCT Police Command said Abubakar is in custody and undergoing further investigation, while efforts continue to apprehend his fleeing accomplice.
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