Bauchi NSCDC arrests telecoms cable thieves, others

The Bauchi State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested two suspects for their alleged involvement in cable vandalism and theft within the state.

According to a statement issued on Friday by the Command’s spokesperson, Saminu Yusuf, two of the suspects were apprehended on September 29, 2025, following credible intelligence received from residents along the Fonde-Haire community axis of Toro Local Government Area.

Yusuf identified the suspects as Muhammadu Sani (38) and Muhammed Auwal (34), both residents of the area.

He explained that the duo were caught in the act of vandalising communication cables, with tools such as a digger, shovel, and saw machine, all of which were recovered from the scene.

In another development, Yusuf stated, “one Musa Ibrahim (22) was arrested on September 27, 2025, at Muda Lawan Market in Bauchi for theft, shop burglary, and vandalising air conditioners, from which he carted away valuable items.”

He added that all the suspects had confessed to the crimes and had been charged to court for prosecution.

According to the statement that further commented on the arrests, the State Commandant, Oloyede Nelson, condemned the rising cases of vandalism, describing it as a major threat to public infrastructure and economic stability.

Nelson noted that damages to communication and power facilities caused by vandals could disrupt essential services and hinder socio-economic development.

He reaffirmed the Corps’ commitment to intensifying efforts to curb the menace, warning that perpetrators would face the full wrath of the law.

“The Corps remains resolute in ensuring that acts of vandalism are eliminated. Anyone caught sabotaging public property will be prosecuted accordingly,” Nelson warned.

Pix: Some of the recovered weapons as published by NSCDC Bauchi Command.

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