By joshua Kogi Vigilantes Arrest Two Suspected Highway Truck Robbery Syndicate Members in Zariagi
Operatives of the Kogi State Vigilante Service (KSVS), Zariagi Command, have arrested two suspected members of a specialized syndicate that robs heavy-duty trucks and construction materials along highways.
The suspects, identified as Idris Muhammed, 38, and Musa Muktar, 33, were apprehended on October 23, 2026, at about 06:00 hours following two weeks of intensive intelligence gathering.
According to a statement by the Public Relations Officer of the Service, Idris S. Idris, the duo engaged the operatives in a gun duel while attempting to evacuate stolen items with a tricycle. Other members of the gang reportedly escaped with bullet wounds.
The statement noted that the arrested suspects have confessed to the crime.
Reacting to the operation, the Comptroller-General of the Kogi State Vigilante Service, Alh. Ibrahim Usman Anataku, who was personally involved in the intelligence build-up, commended his men for their vigilance and professionalism that led to the successful operation.
The Comptroller-General also lauded Kogi State Governor, Alh. Ahmed Usman Ododo, for his continuous support and encouragement to the Service.
He urged members of the public to be vigilant and report anyone seen with suspected bullet wounds to the nearest security formation, while soliciting actionable intelligence from the public with assurance of confidentiality for informants.