Banditry: Kano police strengthen border security, review strategies

The Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, PhD, on Monday held a meeting with Operation Commanders to review security strategies and plan for a more peaceful Kano State.

The meeting comes amid rising banditry in Kano border towns, especially Shanono and Tsayawa.

Speaking at the Police Headquarters, CP Bakori said the meeting was to appreciate the officers for their commitment and selfless service to the Command and the people of Kano State and to evaluate recent successes and areas for improvement.

A statement signed by CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, Police Public Relations Officer said: “In line with the directives of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, during the meeting, CP Bakori emphasized the importance of community-based engagements and directed Operation Commanders to intensify sensitization campaigns aimed at educating locals on their roles in maintaining peace and security in the state. He extensively discussed security arrangements at Kano borders (especially border villages along Shanono, Tsanyawa and Rogo LGAs), reinforcing ongoing operations in manpower and equipment, and stressed the need for sustained vigilance.

“CP Bakori also focused on border security, particularly in villages along Shanono, Tsanyawa, and Rogo local government s, reinforcing ongoing operations in manpower and equipment, and stressing the need for sustained vigilance.

“He reiterated his commitment to ensuring Kano remains safe for all residents and visitors, urging commanders “to continue to work tirelessly to gather intelligence, combat crime and maintain law and order in the state.”

The meeting included Deputy Commissioners of Police, Assistant Commissioners, Tactical Commanders, and other senior officers of the Command.