Zamfara guards arrest driver with explosives and cash
Members of the Zamfara State Community Protection Guards have apprehended a commercial driver transporting 98 explosive devices, N13 million, and three motorcycles allegedly destined for a bandits’ camp in Bindin village. The suspect, Abubakar Abdullahi, was intercepted along the Gusau–Dansadau Road while heading to an area reportedly occupied by bandits. The search also uncovered cartons of cigarettes, suspected Indian hemp, and crates of apples. Authorities say the items were intended for illegal miners believed to be linked to bandit groups.
What happened
- Abubakar Abdullahi was arrested by Zamfara State Community Protection Guards while transporting explosive devices and cash.
- The suspect was intercepted along the Gusau–Dansadau Road en route to Bindin village, a location known for bandit activity.
- Items recovered included 98 explosive devices, N13 million in cash, three new motorcycles, suspected Indian hemp, cigarettes, and apples.
- The commandant, Mohammed Shehu Dalijan, stated that the explosives were to be delivered to illegal miners, who are allegedly bandits or their accomplices.
- Eight other individuals have been arrested for questioning in connection with the case, and the suspect will be handed over to authorities for further investigation.
