In a sweeping operation to rid the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of crime, the FCT Police Command has arrested 245 suspects in various black spots and criminal hideouts.
The crackdown, which took place between February 6 and 23, 2025, targeted locations notorious for illicit activities, leading to the recovery of hard drugs, dangerous weapons, and stolen valuables.
Major Crackdown on Criminal Hideouts
The operation, described as intelligence-led, saw officers storming crime-prone areas, including Kurudu, Dutse Alhaji, Kubwa, Wuye, Galadimawa, Iddo, Kuje, Apo, Zuba, Asokoro, Karshi, Karu, Byazhin, and several others.
According to a statement from the FCT Police Command, the raids focused on abandoned and uncompleted buildings that had been converted into drug hubs and criminal hideouts.
Dangerous Weapons and Hard Drugs Recovered
During the operation, security operatives seized:
✅ A large quantity of dried leaves suspected to be marijuana
✅ Three axes and three machetes, often used in violent crimes
✅ Six small tubes of glue and five handmade bongs, linked to substance abuse
✅ Eight pairs of scissors, five ID cards, and several small plastic containers filled with suspected illicit drugs
The 245 arrested suspects are currently being profiled, and those found guilty will face prosecution.
Police Tighten Security on Abandoned Buildings
The Police Command also raised concerns over abandoned buildings, which intelligence reports indicate are being misused for illicit activities, including drug abuse and organized crime.
Security checks have been intensified, and several such buildings have already been raided and cleared of illegal occupants.
Property owners are urged to secure their buildings to prevent criminals from turning them into safe havens.
Relevant government agencies have also been called upon to take swift action to prevent the misuse of these structures.
Commissioner of Police Reassures Residents
The FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Olatunji Disu, reaffirmed the force’s commitment to ensuring the safety of all residents.
He urged the public to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities via the FCT Police emergency contacts:
📞 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653
📞 Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192
The FCT Police Command assured residents that it remains dedicated to combating crime and creating a safer environment for all.
Stay Informed, Stay Safe
As crime-fighting efforts intensify in the FCT, residents are encouraged to support security agencies by providing timely information about suspicious activities.
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