The Kano State Police Command has arrested 79 suspects during security operations conducted across the state as part of efforts to maintain peace and order during the 2026 Takutaha celebration.
The celebration, which took place on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, was reportedly peaceful across Kano, according to the police.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Command’s spokesperson, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, said the peaceful conduct of the event was achieved through coordinated, intelligence-led and proactive policing.
The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended residents for their cooperation and orderly conduct throughout the festivities.
The police said the 79 arrests were made during coordinated operations carried out by tactical units, including the Anti-Daba, Anti-Kidnapping and VCRU, alongside personnel from several police divisions across the state.
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The operations also resulted in the recovery of dangerous weapons and illicit drugs, according to the Command.
The police said the suspects are currently undergoing investigation and will be prosecuted after investigations are concluded.
The Command also disclosed that a separate incident involving a casualty was reported during the celebration and is currently being investigated.
The Kano State Police Command urged residents to remain vigilant and continue providing timely and credible information about suspicious persons and activities to security agencies.
The Command also acknowledged the contributions of the Kano State Government, traditional rulers, religious leaders, community stakeholders, sister security agencies and vigilante groups toward maintaining peace during the celebration.
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