The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Jigawa has arrested three suspected vandals in the Taura Local Government Area.

The corps’ public relations officer in the state, Adamu Shehu, who confirmed the arrest to journalists in Dutse, said the suspects were arrested over alleged conspiracy and theft, contrary to sections 286 and 96 and punishable under sections 96 and 97.

Mr Shehu said the suspects were arrested on March 20 at about 2:00 p.m. by NSCDC operatives in Gujungu town.

“They connived and stole solar street lights batteries along Hadejia road, Gujungu town, put in place by the Jigawa State Ministry of Works to illuminate the town and provide security.

“The suspects, who were caught while committing the crime, were in possession of two Roy 12V/150Ah solar batteries and a charge controller, which were neatly removed from the streetlights trunks and were valued at N320,000,” the PRO said.

According to him, the investigation revealed that 23 out of 130 solar street lights along the major roads in the town had their batteries stolen.

Mr Shehu said the suspects had confessed to the crime and would be charged to court after investigations.

He further quoted the NSCDC commandant in the state, Musa Malah, as strongly condemning the act and calling on residents to be vigilant and report all criminal activities to the nearest security formation in their localities. 

(NAN)