Police operatives have arrested a man suspected to have stolen a Toyota Hilux from the convoy of Kano State Deputy Governor, Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo.
Confirmation that the stolen Toyota Hilux vehicle has been successfully recovered came from the office of the Deputy Governor on Wednesday, November 12, 20025
According to the Deputy Governor’s Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Ibrahim Garba, a report received from the Police indicated that the vehicle was traced and recovered in the early hours of Wednesday following a swift and coordinated operation by security operatives.
Garba said the suspect, who serves as a permanent and pensionable driver, has since been arrested in connection with the theft and is currently assisting the Police in their ongoing investigation.
The Deputy Governor’s Office lauded the prompt response and professionalism displayed by the Police and other security agencies involved in the recovery effort.
Maintaining that the incident was a clear breach of trust by the arrested driver, the CPS’ statement further said, “The general public is hereby advised to remain calm and rest assured that the security of lives and property remains the top priority of the Kano State Government, both within and outside the Government House.”
