The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has stated that it arrested 1,077 suspects throughout numerous prison actions and recovered ₦285 million from fraud-related circumstances in 2024
In line with Josephine Adeh, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), the command recorded a complete of 1,426 reported circumstances and arrested 1,077 suspects for numerous offenses, together with kidnapping, armed theft, automotive theft, and fraud.
The command famous that the FCT, being Nigeria’s political and enterprise hub, confronted vital safety challenges initially of the yr.
It additionally famous that strategic interventions, together with strong group policing, intelligence-led operations and collaboration with sister businesses, have led to a 15.1% discount in crime incidents in comparison with 2023.
The command additionally disclosed that within the combat in opposition to kidnapping, 216 suspects had been arrested, 68 victims rescued, and 38 suspects charged to courtroom, leading to 21 convictions.
“Efforts to fight armed theft led to the arrest of 132 suspects, the restoration of ₦68.5 million, and 11 convictions.
“Equally, 422 suspects had been apprehended for fraud, with ₦285 million recovered and 58 convictions secured.
” In circumstances of automotive theft, 64 suspects had been arrested, 73 stolen automobiles had been recovered, and 11 convictions had been obtained” it added.
The Command additionally said that it recovered numerous gadgets, together with 376 firearms, amongst them 13 AK-47 magazines and 187 rounds of ammunition.
“Monetary recoveries amounted to ₦409.9 million, which included ₦36.8 million from kidnapping suspects and ₦285 million from fraud circumstances. Moreover, 73 stolen automobiles had been retrieved, a lot of which had been linked to automotive thefts, “one-chance” robberies, and cult-related actions”, it disclosed.
The Command additional honoured the sacrifices of 140 cops who misplaced their lives within the line of obligation.
“Their dedication and repair to making sure the security of FCT residents had been acknowledged and deeply appreciated”, it said.
Wanting forward, the Command has unveiled strategic plans to accentuate its combat in opposition to crime and additional improve the security and safety of the Federal Capital Territory.
The Command plans to accentuate group policing engagements, intelligence-driven operations, and public sensitization campaigns to handle rising safety challenges.
Residents are urged to stay vigilant and report emergencies by way of the Command’s hotlines.08061581938, 08032003913, 08028940883 and 07057337653.
The FCT Police Command reaffirmed its dedication to sustaining peace and order within the nation’s capital whereas wishing all residents a affluent 2025.
