Operatives of the FCT Police Command have arrested two
notorious armed robbers, Rabiu Jubril and Ibrahim Isa, even as vehicles and other exhibits were recovered from them.
A press statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) for the Command, SP Josephine Adeh, Sunday in Abuja, said: “On March 27, 2025 at about 3:20 a.m., operatives of the Mabushi Division responded swiftly to a distress call reporting ongoing robbery at Royal Court Estate, Jahi II.
“Upon arrival at the scene, the Police operatives were engaged in a gun duel by the hoodlums. However, the suspects were overpowered by the superior firepower of the Police and attempted to flee with gunshot injuries.
“A hot pursuit ensued, leading to the arrest of two suspects, Rabiu Jubril and Ibrahim Isa, both residents of Tipper Garage, Jahi.”
She said the following items were recovered from the suspects: Two locally made firearms; Three suspected stolen vehicles: Black Toyota Matrix (Reg. No. NBS 348 CP), Black Toyota Venza (Reg. No. ABJ 105 AV), and Grey Lexus IS350 (Reg. No. RSH 295 CB); Electronic devices including:Two MacBook Pro laptops, One Lenovo laptop, One iPad, One PS4 gaming console, One Canon IP1224 camera, and One drone camera.”
The spokesperson said the suspects were currently in custody and would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
According to the PPRO, “The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Ajao Adewale, urges residents to take proactive security measures, particularly by installing tracking devices in their vehicles. This significantly enhances recovery efforts in the unfortunate event of theft or robbery.
“The FCT Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety and security of all residents. Members of the public are enjoined to remain vigilant and report all suspicious activities to the Police through the following emergency lines:
08032003913, 08033111911, or 07057321547.”