The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, in Kano State has arrested a 27-year-old man, Yusuf Abdulrazaq, for allegedly posing as an officer of the Corps.
In an announcement issued on Thursday, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, confirmed the arrest on behalf of the State Commandant.
The assertion mentioned the suspect was arrested at Rimin Auzinawa in Ungogo Local Government Area whereas allegedly posing as an Assistant Superintendent of Corps I, ASC I, a rank represented by two stars, and claiming to serve on the NSCDC State Command Headquarters.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly provided to trace stolen cell phones however used the service to extort cash from unsuspecting members of the general public.
The Kano State Commandant, Mohammed Hassan Agalama, urged residents to stay vigilant and confirm the identities of people claiming to be NSCDC officers, particularly these demanding cash underneath suspicious circumstances.
He reaffirmed the Corps’ dedication to defending lives and property, sustaining public belief and making certain that anybody caught impersonating safety personnel or partaking in felony actions faces justice.
The assertion added that the suspect stays in custody as investigations proceed, with attainable prosecution to observe.
The Command additionally referred to as on residents to report suspicious actions and cooperate with safety companies to enhance public security.
