Mr Babaseyi said the operatives recovered one AK-47 rifle loaded with 10 rounds of 5.6mm ammunition and one single-barrel gun from the suspects.
The police spokesman said the state Commissioner of Police, Shetima Mohammed, visited the scene for an on-the-spot assessment.
He said many individuals involved in cult activities are known within their communities.
He said the command also arrested six suspected car thieves and recovered four stolen vehicles.
The commissioner urged political actors across parties to avoid inflammatory statements.
The spokesperson urged residents to remain vigilant.
Mr Muhammad said the command had put in place comprehensive security measures across the state.
According to him, patrols have been reinforced along major highways and strategic locations.
He urged members of the public to remain vigilant.
Mr Tijani noted that security cannot be effectively achieved without collective responsibility.
