In Zamfara State, Nigeria, a Civil Defence Officer was arrested for supplying arms to bandits.

In Zamfara State, Nigeria, police arrested ASC Maikano Sarkin-Tasha, a Civil Defence Officer, for supplying anti-aircraft rockets and ammunition to bandits. He confessed to the crime, claiming he was introduced to the arms trade by a fellow officer. Additionally, a fake doctor treating terrorists and the wives of two notorious bandits were detained. Authorities vow to prosecute the suspects and continue efforts to combat crime in the region.