The Kano State Police Command has arrested 79 suspects and recovered dangerous weapons and illicit drugs in the state.
The arrests followed security operations conducted during the 2026 Takutaba celebration in the state.
The celebration, which took place on September 1, was observed peacefully across the state as a result of coordinated, intelligence-led and proactive security arrangements put in place before, during and after the festivities.
Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, the Kano State Commissioner of Police, explained that the operations were carried out by the command’s tactical units, including the Anti-Daba, Anti-Kidnapping and VCRU units, alongside personnel from the Ungogo, Sharada, Bachirawa, Rijiyar Lemo, Mandawari, Kwalli and Gwale police divisions, to ensure the success of the celebration.
