Posted by Chinenye on Fri 16th Oct, 2026 - tori.ng
A late-night stop in Kano has landed two teenagers in police trouble after officers reportedly discovered something suspicious inside a tricycle.
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Kano State Police have arrested two 19 year old men for allegedly having an illegal firearm.
They recovered a locally made revolver and two live rounds of ammunition.
Police say Rufai Ahmed of Hotoro Quarters was arrested at about 10:30pm on October 11, 2026.
Officers stopped a tricycle on Sokoto Road on suspicion of criminal activity and found a bag with the gun and ammunition inside.
Further investigation led to the arrest of Aliyu Ibrahim, 19, of Kawo Quarters, in connection with the case.
Police spokesperson CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa said both will be charged in court after investigators finish their inquiries.
Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Adamu Bakori praised the officers involved and said the command will keep fighting illegal arms.
He urged residents to share timely, credible information to help prevent crime.