Police bust Chadian terrorists’ gang in Kano, arrest wife, other accomplices

Operatives of the Nigeria Police Force in Kano State have bust a gang of terrorists believed to be responsible for the recent attack on the Presidential Palace, in N’djamena, capital of Chad Republic.

Two elements of the gang, a wife of the leader of the terrorist group, and a member of the group, who is said to be from Niger Republic, are currently in Police custody in the Northern Nigeria State of Kano.

Salman Garba, Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, made the disclosure, while briefing Journalists on Friday in Kano.

“I want to use this opportunity to keep you informed about recent breakthroughs and the proactive measures being taken by the Kano State Police Command in our ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and security of the people of the State.

“You will recall that on 24th January, 2025, the Command released a security alert, calling on the public to exercise caution and report any suspicious person or item to the Authority following series of intelligence reports from various Intelligence Agencies about the presence of suspected terrorists in the State.

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“Acting on one of the intelligence reports, Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were recovered with discreet investigations in progress.

“Also, a wanted suspected terrorist, Ahmad Adam Abba, a Chadian National, who masterminded the killing of 17 people in Republic of Chad, was identified planning to set up.a terrorists base in Kano.
The wanted Chadian suspected terrorist escaped out of Nigeria and we have successfully apprehended three of the suspect’s associates, including his wife, another Chadian named Jibrin Mohammed, 42 years old, and a Nigerian.

“They were arrested following a thorough investigation and intelligence-led policing, and are currently in custody with investigation ongoing. I am pleased to announce that the Command have made significant progress in our efforts to dismantle these networks and neutralise any potential risks as there is no hiding place for criminals in the State.

“In addition to the aforementioned arrests, we have ramped up our intelligence-gathering efforts across various places.
“Our teams are collaborating closely with other intelligence agencies and the communities ensure that we are working hand-in-hand to identify any suspicious activities and individuals who may pose a security threat to our society.