One of Kano's most wanted armed robbers, known for killing innocent residents at will, has been gunned down by the Kano Police Special Squad.
The Kano State Police Command's Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, stated that officers responded to a distress call on 22 April 2025 at about 1 pm, regarding an armed robbery led by the suspect, Halifa Baba-Beru of Gwammaja Quarters, Dala Local Government Area.
According to Kiyawa, the gang, led by Baba-Beru, was reportedly wielding dangerous weapons and attacking innocent civilians at Gwammaja Quarters in Dala LGA, Kano, when police officers arrived.
He said, “Upon arrival, the police team was attacked by the hoodlums, leading to a fierce fight. Two officers, CPL Abdullahi Ibrahim and S/C Yahaya Saidu, sustained injuries.
“The principal suspect, Baba-Beru, also sustained serious injuries. All parties were rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano, where the suspect died while receiving treatment, and the officers were treated and discharged.”
The police command has investigated the incident and intensified efforts to apprehend the suspect's accomplices.
“We assure the public that we will leave no stone unturned in ensuring justice is served,” SP Kiyawa said.
