Omotayo Adigun
Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have successfully intercepted a significant shipment of illegal ammunition and apprehended a suspect involved in the smuggling operation.
The arrest, which took place at the Nyanya bus terminal in Abuja on Monday, March 24, 2025, resulted in the seizure of 488 rounds of AK-47 live ammunition.
The operation was conducted in collaboration with officials from the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), who provided valuable assistance in tracking and apprehending the suspect, Nuhu Aminu, a 32-year-old man from Katsina State.
The ammunition was discovered concealed within two 25-liter jerrycans filled with palm oil, a tactic used to evade detection.
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FCT Police spokesperson, SP Josephine Adeh, confirmed the arrest and the method of concealment in an official statement.
During interrogation, Nuhu Aminu confessed that he was recruited by Yakubu Kachalla, a resident of Funtua, Katsina State. Aminu was allegedly paid ₦100,000 to transport the illegal cargo from an unidentified contact in Nasarawa State to Katsina.
The FCT Police Command emphasized that this arrest underscores their commitment to dismantling criminal networks and preventing the proliferation of illegal arms that contribute to violent crimes. Investigations are ongoing to apprehend any accomplices and uncover the full extent of the arms-smuggling operation.
The Deputy Commissioner of Police (Operations), FCT Command, DCP Isyaku Sharu, urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities.