The Katsina State Police Command has recovered a large cache of explosive materials and arrested three suspects in an intelligence-led operation, underscoring heightened security efforts along major highways in the state.
In a statement issued on Tuesday, the command’s spokesperson, Abubakar Sadiq, said the operation followed directives from Kayode Egbetokun, the Inspector-General of Police, on enhanced vigilance and intelligence-driven patrols nationwide.
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Source: Business Day News
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