NSCDC arrests ex-student prefect for stealing school laboratory equipment in Jigawa
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The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps in Jigawa State has arrested a former student prefect for allegedly attempting to steal laboratory equipment from a school in Dutse.
Spokesperson for the NSCDC Jigawa State Command, ASC Badruddeen Tijjani, confirmed the arrest in a statement made available to journalists in Dutse on Thursday.
The suspect, Aliyu Musa, 22, was apprehended by NSCDC personnel following a complaint from school authorities over recurring theft of laboratory equipment.
Tijjani said, “The suspect, a former Labour Prefect of the school, was arrested while attempting to cart away five microscopes from the school’s main laboratory.”
He added that preliminary investigations revealed that several laboratory items had previously gone missing, including 10 conical flasks, 10 microscopes and other equipment.
“The timely intervention of NSCDC operatives prevented further vandalism and theft of vital educational facilities,” Tijjani said.
The spokesperson emphasised that the corps would continue to deploy personnel and strengthen surveillance around schools to prevent criminal activities.
According to him, the suspect has been charged with criminal trespass and theft and has been arraigned before a court for prosecution.
“We will not hesitate to bring perpetrators to justice,” Tijjani stated.
He assured that the command would continue to strengthen security measures to prevent disruptions in the education sector.
He also urged residents of the state to report suspicious activities around schools to the nearest security office in their area.
The Jigawa State Command of the NSCDC reiterated that the Safe School initiative is aimed at protecting school environments and critical infrastructure.
Tijjani also quoted the Jigawa NSCDC Commandant as warning individuals with criminal intentions to stay away from school facilities across the state.
“The command remains committed to working with school authorities and stakeholders to ensure safe learning environments,” he added.
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