Police report nine suspects killed, six officers lost in Abuja operations
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has shared new details about its recent security operations. According to Commissioner Miller Dantawaye, nine armed criminals were killed and six police officers lost their lives between October and December 2025. The officers died during anti-kidnapping and armed robbery missions in Abuja. The police also highlighted several arrests, rescues, and recoveries during this period.
What happened
- The FCT Police Command neutralised nine armed suspects during gun battles in anti-kidnapping and robbery operations between October and December 2025.
- Six police officers lost their lives in the line of duty, with Commissioner Miller Dantawaye honoring their sacrifice.
- Police arrested 160 suspects from 300 reported cases, including 41 for kidnapping and 38 for armed robbery.
- Twenty-four kidnapped victims and eight “one-chance” robbery victims were rescued, while 20 stolen vehicles were recovered.
- The command recovered 21 AK-47 rifles, other firearms, cash, and illicit drugs, and secured 60 convictions in court during this period.
