Police in Sokoto State have arrested Ashiru Abubakar, a suspected informant who allegedly supplied information to bandits operating in Tambuwal Local Government Area.
Abubakar was taken into custody by the state security forces after an investigation linked him to the flow of intelligence that helped criminals plan and execute attacks in the region.
Tambuwal LGA, located in the northern part of Sokoto State, has seen a rise in banditry in recent months, prompting heightened police activity and community vigilance.
Authorities say the arrest is part of a broader effort to disrupt the networks that enable armed robbery and kidnapping in the state.
Further details on the case, including any charges or potential prosecution, have not yet been released by the police.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>