Two suspects have been arrested by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp (NSCDC) over alleged vandalism in Kogi State.
In a statement signed by the Public Relations Officer, NSCDC, Kogi State Command, DSC Abdullahi Aliyu, on Tuesday night, the two suspects arrested are Yakubu Muhammad and Rabiu Suleiman.
He disclosed that the suspects were apprehended in Okumi (up Nataco) Area of Lokoja following a routine patrol and credible intelligence, by the anti-vandal task force of the NSCDC in Kogi State.
The statement reads in part ” The suspects were caught red-handed while engaging in the vandalism of an Etisalat antenna (mast). Under the leadership of the Commandant of NSCDC in Kogi State Akinlade Esther, the command has pledged to bring to justice any other accomplices who remain at large, leaving no stone unturned in their efforts.
“The Commandant is using this opportunity to urge the good people of Kogi State to provide timely and credible information to security agencies to help prevent any potential security breaches.
“She also cautioned individuals with criminal intentions to reconsider their choices, emphasizing that the corps remains unwavering in its mandate to protect lives, properties, and other critical national assets and infrastructures”.
Aliyu added that the suspects would soon be charged to court once the investigation is concluded.
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