The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has arrested a 30-year-old suspected transformer vandal and recovered stolen electrical materials estimated to be worth approximately ₦2 million at Janguza, Tofa Local Government Area of Kano State.
The suspect, identified as Abubakar Abdullahi from Malumfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, was arrested by NSCDC operatives at a security checkpoint along Gwarzo Road at about 3:30 a.m. on November 5, 2026.
According to a statement issued by the command’s spokesperson, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, the suspect was allegedly intercepted after vandalising a transformer and concealing the stolen electrical components in a bag in an attempt to evade detection.
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Items recovered from him included 16 metres of 300mm² armoured cable, six pieces of 300mm² cables, one pair of pliers, a screwdriver and a knife.
The command said the vandalised transformer components, including 25 litres of transformer oil, were estimated to be worth approximately ₦2 million.
The suspect reportedly confessed to the offence and is currently in NSCDC custody for further investigation and possible prosecution in accordance with the law.
Reacting to the arrest, the Kano State Commandant of the Corps, Commandant Mohammed Hassan Agalama, reaffirmed the NSCDC’s commitment to protecting critical national assets and infrastructure against vandalism and economic sabotage.
He warned individuals involved in the destruction of public infrastructure to desist from such criminal activities, stressing the importance of safeguarding public utilities and essential services.
The Commandant also urged residents to provide credible and timely information to security agencies to strengthen efforts to prevent infrastructure vandalism and protect public property.
The NSCDC reiterated that it would continue to work with relevant stakeholders to protect critical infrastructure and ensure that individuals suspected of engaging in vandalism are brought to justice.