NSCDC nabs three vandals, recovers stolen items in Kaduna

The Kaduna State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has announced the arrest of three individuals for allegedly vandalizing critical national assets. Commandant CC Panam Musa Buba confirmed the arrests, which resulted from targeted intelligence operations across the state.

The suspects were apprehended while attempting to sell vandalized electrical components stolen from Kauru General Hospital in Pambegua. This arrest highlights ongoing efforts to protect essential infrastructure.

Arrests and Recovered Evidence

Commandant Buba identified the suspects as Sani Adamu (18), Abdulrahaman Isiya (18), and Isma’il Musa (20). The operation led to the recovery of key evidence, including an electrical generator casing and a bundle of damaged copper wires. These items are crucial to the hospital’s operations.

In a separate incident, the command’s Special Response Team intercepted vandals targeting a telecommunications mast at the Kaduna Switching Centre. The mast is part of the national rural telephony program. The suspects fled the scene, but officials successfully recovered the vandalized mast.

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Condemnation of Criminal Sabotage

Commandant Buba strongly condemned these acts, describing them as deliberate sabotage against national development. He emphasized that such crimes directly harm public welfare and impede progress. The NSCDC remains committed to safeguarding all critical national assets and infrastructure from criminal elements.

The command continues to intensify its operations to prevent further vandalism and protect vital services that benefit citizens. These arrests send a clear message that such destructive activities will not be tolerated.