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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>One of Kano\u2019s most wanted armed robbers, known for killing innocent residents at will, has been gunned down by the Kano Police Special Squad.<\/p>\n

The Kano State Police Command\u2019s Public Relations Officer, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, stated that officers responded to a distress call on 22 April 2025 at about 1 pm, regarding an armed robbery led by the suspect, Halifa Baba-Beru of Gwammaja Quarters, Dala Local Government Area.<\/p>\n

According to Kiyawa, the gang, led by Baba-Beru, was reportedly wielding dangerous weapons and attacking innocent civilians at Gwammaja Quarters in Dala LGA, Kano, when police officers arrived.<\/p>\n

He said, \u201cUpon arrival, the police team was attacked by the hoodlums, leading to a fierce fight. Two officers, CPL Abdullahi Ibrahim and S\/C Yahaya Saidu, sustained injuries.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe principal suspect, Baba-Beru, also sustained serious injuries. All parties were rushed to Murtala Mohammed Specialist Hospital, Kano, where the suspect died while receiving treatment, and the officers were treated and discharged.\u201d<\/p>\n

The police command has investigated the incident and intensified efforts to apprehend the suspect\u2019s accomplices.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe assure the public that we will leave no stone unturned in ensuring justice is served,\u201d SP Kiyawa said.<\/p>\n

For More News And Analysis About Nigeria<\/span> Follow Africa-Press<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. One of Kano\u2019s most wanted armed robbers, known for killing innocent residents at will, has been gunned down by the Kano Police Special Squad. 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