The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kano State Command, has arrested a 27-year-old man, Yusuf Abdulrazaq, for allegedly impersonating an officer of the Corps and extorting money from members of the public.
The arrest was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SC Ibrahim Idris Abdullahi, on behalf of the State Commandant.
According to the statement, Abdulrazaq was apprehended at Rimin Auzinawa in Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State for allegedly posing as an Assistant Superintendent of Corps I (ASC I), a rank represented by two stars.
The suspect reportedly claimed to be serving at the NSCDC State Command Headquarters.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect allegedly offered to help members of the public track stolen mobile phones but used the service to extort money from unsuspecting individuals.
The Corps described impersonation of security personnel and other fraudulent activities as serious offences capable of undermining public confidence in security agencies.
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Reacting to the development, the Kano State Commandant, Mohammed Hassan Agalama, urged residents to remain vigilant and verify the identities of anyone claiming to be an NSCDC officer, particularly individuals demanding money under suspicious circumstances.
He reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, maintaining public trust and ensuring that individuals found engaging in criminal activities are brought to justice.
The NSCDC disclosed that the suspect remains in custody as investigations continue, adding that prosecution may follow.
The Command also urged residents to report suspicious activities and cooperate with security agencies to strengthen public safety across Kano State.
Residents were advised to exercise caution when dealing with individuals offering services such as stolen-phone tracking, especially when their security credentials cannot be verified.
Asenexpress reports that the NSCDC has reiterated the importance of public vigilance and cooperation in tackling impersonation, fraud and other criminal activities.
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