…as Operatives reject N100m Bribe
By Olawale Lamina
The Nigeria Police Force, through the Force Intelligence Department Special Tactical Squad (FID-STS), has recorded a major feat following the arrest of two suspects involved in the large-scale vandalism of critical national infrastructure and the recovery of railway parts valued at over Four Hundred Million Naira.
A release by the Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Anthony Okon Placid, (Force Headquarters, Abuja), stated that two suspects, namely Chisom Goodnews (32) and Ahmed Adamu (22), were arrested on 9th April 2026 at about 6pm in Akwanga, Nasarawa State, following credible intelligence.
“The operation led to the interception of a trailer truck conveying approximately sixty (60) tonnes of vandalised railway tracks and sleepers. The materials were concealed under sacks of groundnut shells in a deliberate attempt to evade detection while being transported from Bauchi State to Ilorin, Kwara State.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the driver of the truck was contracted for the sum of Two Million Five Hundred Thousand Naira (₦2,500,000) to transport the vandalised materials, while further findings indicate an organised supply chain linked to receivers of such stolen infrastructure, ” the release stated.
On alleged attempt by the felons to bribe Operatives, the Force Public Relations Officer explained that during investigation, the operatives involved in the operation reportedly rejected an offer of One Hundred Million Naira (₦100,000,000) made in a bid to compromise the process and secure the release of the suspects and exhibits.
Police authorities revealed that the trailer truck used in conveying the items has been recovered, and investigations are ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate, including the intended receivers, while efforts are underway to recover additional exhibits.
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, commended the operatives for their show of courage, discipline, and incorruptibility, noting that such acts exemplify the core values of the Force.
The Nigeria Police Force used the opportunity to reaffirm its dedication to safeguarding the nation’s assets from perpetrators of acts of vandalism across the country.
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