Kano Police Arrest 2 Fraudsters, Recover 28 SIM Cards
The Kano State Police Command has dismantled a fraud syndicate that allegedly impersonated spirits, locally referred to as “Aljannu,” to deceive and extort unsuspecting members of the public via telephone calls.
The suspects, Ahmad Ibrahim, 24, and Isma’il Muhammad, 22, both residents of Dandinshe Quarters in Dala Local Government Area, were arrested on April 10, 2026, following credible intelligence on their activities. Operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad carried out the operation.
According to the police, the duo used multiple GSM lines and voice modulation techniques to disguise their identities, posing as supernatural entities during calls to victims. They reportedly instructed victims to recite incantations while issuing threats of impending misfortune if they failed to comply, thereby instilling fear and coercing them into parting with money and other valuables.
During interrogation, the suspects confessed to the scheme, claiming to have defrauded more than 500 victims through the method. A total of 28 SIM cards believed to have been used in perpetrating the crime were recovered from them.
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Police authorities confirmed that investigations are ongoing, with efforts intensified to apprehend other members of the syndicate still at large.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the operatives for their swift response and technical expertise in tracking and apprehending the suspects. He warned that criminal elements are increasingly adopting unconventional methods to exploit the beliefs and fears of citizens for financial gain.
The Command issued a public advisory urging residents to remain vigilant against unsolicited calls, particularly those involving spiritual claims or threats. It stressed that no legitimate spiritual or religious authority would demand money or issue threats through phone calls.
Residents were also cautioned against sharing personal or financial information with unknown callers and advised to promptly report suspicious communications to the nearest police station.
The Kano State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and called on the public to support law enforcement efforts by providing timely and credible information. Emergency contacts provided by the Command include 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926, as well as the “NPF Rescue Me” application.
By PRNigeria
