The Police Command in Niger has detained five suspected armed robbers for prosecution over alleged involvement in terrorism.

This was contained in a statement on Tuesday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in Minna.

Abiodun said the arrest was part of ongoing efforts to clamp down on thuggery and other criminal activities in Minna metropolis and surrounding areas.

He said” on Aug. 2, at intelligence-led raid operation carried out around stadium road Minna by the police operatives attached to ‘A’ Division led to the arrest an 18-year-old boy.

Abiodun said that the suspect, who lives in Abdulsalam quarters, was arrested with a pointed sharp iron used in stabbing and robbing his victims.

“Meanwhile, the suspect has been on the wanted list of the command for suspected culpable homicide of other persons, and he has been on the run.

“Abdullahi is reported to be among the gang leaders of Musa Kaura, Kaule and Gaiye terrorising Angwan-Daji, Limawa, new market and Maitumbi areas.

“Abdullahi has been transferred to State Criminal Investigation Department, Minna and assisting the police investigation with a view to arrest other members of his gang,” he said.

Abiodun said the suspect would be charged to court for prosecution after investigation.

“Similarly on Aug. 6, at about 3a.m to 5a.m, the anti-thuggery unit of the command conducted a sting operation in Barkin-Sale areas and four additional suspects were arrested with dangerous weapons.

“The weapons recovered from them were three sharp knives, scissors and suspected cannabis. All suspects were under investigation.” (NAN)