Police move 76 Russian-flag-flying suspects to Abuja

The Kano State Police Command has transferred 76 suspects, including a foreign national, to the Force Headquarters in Abuja, for discreet investigation on charges of sedition.

Kano State Commissioner of Police, Salman Garba, who disclosed this to newsmen, said the decision is in line with the directive by the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun.

He said the suspects were arrested for flying Russian flags during the recent nationwide hunger protests.

According to Garba, “In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, to all commands and formations, the Kano Command worked diligently and professionally towards addressing the aftermath of these events.

“These efforts resulted in the arrest of 873 suspects and the recovery of a large quantity of exhibits.

“We have also transferred a foreigner, who was among the suspects, to the Force Headquarters for discreet investigation on charges of sedition.

“150 individuals also arrested are being prosecuted for violating the curfew imposed by the Kano State government during the protests. Six suspects were apprehended for their alleged involvement in the destruction, arson, and looting of the Kano Printing Press.

“In addition to these arrests, 600 suspects are facing prosecution for various offences, including criminal conspiracy, inciting disturbance, riot, theft, mischief, and arson.”

Garba also disclosed that the police recovered substantial amounts of looted property, including two AK-47 rifles.