The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has announced a major breakthrough in its fight against infrastructure vandalism and the illegal use of official government and diplomatic number plates.
Speaking during a press briefing on Friday, the Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Muhammed Sanusi, said the Command had recovered stolen public infrastructure, including drainage covers, solar street lights, armoured electricity cables, and internet communication cables, during coordinated operations across Maitama, Garki, Durumi, Jabi, Apo Legislative Quarters, Lugbe, and Nyanya.
Five suspects were arrested in connection with the recoveries and are currently assisting investigators.
According to the Police, the theft of critical public infrastructure has contributed to road accidents, power outages, increased insecurity in poorly lit areas, and significant economic losses.
The recovered items will be handed over to the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) for reinstallation and restoration of essential public services.
Police Uncover Illegal Diplomatic Number Plate Network
The Commissioner also disclosed that the Command had uncovered a network involved in the unauthorized production and use of official government and diplomatic number plates.
He said investigations revealed that some individuals were using the fake plates to conceal their identities, evade security checks, and facilitate criminal activities within the Federal Capital Territory.
Several unauthorized number plates have been confiscated, while suspects remain in police custody pending the conclusion of investigations and prosecution.
CP Sanusi warned scrap dealers, buyers of stolen public property, and those involved in the illegal production or use of government number plates that the Police would continue to dismantle criminal networks responsible for economic sabotage.
He reaffirmed the Command's commitment to strengthening public safety and reducing crime across the Federal Capital Territory.
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