By: Ade Phillips
The Katsina State Police Command has announced a reward of N50 million for individuals providing credible information leading to the apprehension of suspected bandit leaders, Modi Modi and Jan Kare.
In a statement issued by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Abubakar Aliyu, the police allege that the duo is responsible for numerous terrorist attacks within the state.
He stated, “The Katsina State Police Command wishes to announce a reward of N50 million to any individual who provides valuable information that will lead to the arrest of two bandits’ kingpins. They are popularly known as Modi Modi and Jan Kare, all males, operating within Katsina State, particularly in the regions of Kankara and Safana Local Government Areas.
“The safety and well-being of the residents are of paramount importance, hence, the state government and the police command’s commitments in taking decisive actions against criminal elements that threaten the peace and stability of the inhabitants of the state.’’
Mr Aliyu explained that the identity of the informant and the information provided would be kept strictly confidential to ensure their safety and protection.
He added, “All concerned citizens are encouraged to come forward with any relevant information that could assist the security agencies in apprehending the masterminds behind these heinous crimes of kidnapping and banditry in the state.
He urged anyone with useful information to contact the command headquarters or the nearest security agency’s headquarters or call the following numbers 07015142112 08023871144.
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