The Kebbi State Police Command has reported that one of its officers refused a bribe of N1,000,000 offered by suspects in the state.
In a statement signed by the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, it was stated, “On January 13, 2025, around 6:00 PM, Umaru Garba, 53, from Dangandu village, Alhaji Abubakar Alhaji Mamman, 51, from Maimaichi village, both in Arewa LGA, and Usman Muhammadu, 50, from Bakaramba village in Argungu LGA, conspired to offer a bribe of N1,000,000 to the Command’s lead investigator at the State Criminal Investigation Department, State Headquarters, Gwadangaji, Birnin Kebbi.”
The statement said the bribe was intended to compromise the investigation and prosecution of a banditry case involving suspected Lakurawa terrorists operating in the northern part of the state.
According to the statement, the suspects were immediately arrested, and an investigation is ongoing. Afterward, they will be charged in court.
It further added that the Commissioner of Police for Kebbi State, CP Bello M. Sani, hailed the detectives for their commitment and professionalism and encouraged other officers to follow their example.
It also emphasized the Command’s commitment to combating banditry and other serious crimes to foster socio-economic development in Kebbi State.