Police arrest three for cable theft in Yobe
Three suspected vandals have been arrested by the Yobe State Police Command for allegedly stealing power cables and transformer components. According to the police, the arrests are part of ongoing efforts to protect public infrastructure in the state. Abubakar Idris was apprehended in the Sabon Gari area with suspected stolen cables, and further investigation led to the arrest of Samaila Suleiman and Ibrahim Ado. The police also recovered vehicles believed to have been used in the operation on July 23, 2026.
What happened
- Abubakar Idris was arrested on July 23, 2026, in possession of suspected stolen power cables.
- Two large bundles of power cables were recovered from the suspect during the operation.
- Further investigation led to the arrest of Samaila Suleiman and Ibrahim Ado, and the recovery of a tricycle and an unregistered motorcycle allegedly used in the crime.
- The police are still investigating to find other members of the syndicate and determine the source of the stolen items.
- Commissioner Usman Kanfani Jibrin reaffirmed the command’s commitment to fighting vandalism and urged the public to provide useful information to support police efforts.
