Forest security records over 100 alleged criminal cases in Kano
The Nigerian Forest Security Service says it received 111 complaints in January.
Its commander in Kano, Abdullahi Al’ameen, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.
Mr Al’ameen said that most of the cases reported were bush burning, cattle rustling, car theft, deforestation, motorcycle and tricycle theft, house and shop breaking, thuggery, robbery, among others.
He said that out of the 111 complainants, 29 had been treated, while 82 were pending.
He further said that the service’s main activities include the prevention and detection of crimes and other illegal activities in the forests.
Mr Al’ameen added that the command would continue to partner with relevant stakeholders on community policing.
“Our personnel will be trained to gather relevant information on armed robbers, thieves, among others,” Mr Al’ameen said.
The commander also said that the NFSS would continue to secure and make forest crime-free zones.
He urged the public to report criminal activities happening in their communities and surroundings.
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