One of the notorious thugs in Kano, Abba Burakita, has surrendered himself to the state Commissioner of Police, Mr. Mohammed Usaini Gumel.
He came to the Bompai headquarters of Kano State Police Command, bringing along his 40 followers and their dangerous weapons.
Abba Burakita was among the two notorious thugs declared wanted by CP Gumel, with a bounty of N500,000 placed on their heads.
While police were on his trail, he ran away from Kano, but later contacted his parents, expressing his desire to shun thuggery, but expressed fear that the police might kill him or make him face the full wrath of the law if he eventually came out from his hideout.
Abba’s parents, however, approached CP Gumel, who promised to facilitate his amnesty by the state government if he truly turned a new leaf.
A statement by the Command’s spokesman, Superintendent of Police, Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, on behalf of CP Gumel, indicated that Abba sneaked into the Command headquarters in a submissive manner, and later brought 40 of his followers.
According to the Statement, more identified thugs are denouncing and saying no more thuggery, as Abba Burakita of Dorayi Quarters, with his 40 followers surrendered and submitted their weapons to the Police.
Abba and his boys pledged repentance and promised to change for good, the statement added.
The statement further stated: “You recall that Abba Burakita of Dorayi Karama Quarters and Hantar Daba of Kwanar Disu Quarters Kano are the two identified thugs leaders (Yan Daba) the Police Command placed a bounty of N500,000:00 on each persons head for being hesitant from answering Police invitation.
“The hangout event held at Sani Abacha In-door Stadium, Kofar Mata on 17th October 2023 has changed his mindset, perceptions and ultimately believes in the Police. The good news is that Burakita has finally surrendered himself to the Police Command.
“He was led by his family members and a renowned Police Special Constabulary Ado Runto requesting to be part of the amnesty program of the State Government as he is now ready to participate in the promotion of peace and sustainable development of the State.
“In furtherance, he came along with a total of 40 followers from his camp of thugs whom he had strong influence during the supremacy fight (Fadan Yan Daba) regime that lasted for over ten 10 years.”
The Statement added that: “The overall aim is to ensure the return of peace to Kano State; the indications of renewed hope for the State.
“Meanwhile, Abba Burakita alongside the 40 submissive repentant thugs is currently under the custody of Kano State Police Command undergoing security profiling.
“Finally, the State Commissioner of Police, CP Mohammed Usaini Gumel, FIPMA, psc called on anyone with a complaint against Burakita to report to the Office of the Complaint Response Unit (CRU) domiciled at the office of Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) at Bompai Police Headquarters Kano or lodge the complaint through the following contact numbers; 0806 572 7389 or 07033093437.
“The Commissioner of Police while appreciating the friendship gesture by the good people of the State also thank everyone for their prayers, understanding, continuous support, encouragement and cooperation. He further urged everyone to keep reporting any suspicious movement of which person(s) or item(s) they come across to the police.
CP Gumel decorates 105 newly promoted officers in Kano
Meanwhile the police commissioner has decorated 105 newly promoted police officers in the Command, with a charge to them not to be reluctant, but redouble their efforts in the discharge of their duties.
The 105 promoted officers in Kano are part of the beneficiaries of the promotion released by the Police Service Commission (PSC) on October 12, 2023.
Two among them were of the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs) who were decorated with the rank of Deputy Commissioners of Police (DCPs).
Among them were also two Chief Superintendents of Police (CSPs) ranks, decorated with the rank of Assistant Commissioners of Police (ACPs).
Others include 13 Superintendents of Police (SPs) decorated with the new rank of Chief Superintendent of Police (CSPs) and 88 Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs), decorated with the rank of Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs).
Names of some of the officers decorated with new ranks include: Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Isa Garba from State CID; ACP Abdullahi Sani, Area Commander, Bichi Area Command; ACP Musa Umar in charge of Homicide Unit and ACP Mustapha Ismail Atta in charge of Cyber Crime Unit of the State CID.
Those promoted from the rank of Superintendent of Police (SP) to Chief Superintendent of Police (CSP) are: Shuaibu Mohammed, Saidu Inusa, Musa Samaila, Ibrahim Tijani, Abubakar Mu’azu, Shehu Umar Ruwan Dorawa, Saminu A. Daura, Adamu Jaafar, Babagana Shettima, Inuwa Surajo Ringim, Adamu M. Kuda, Samson Chukwuekele Ufuonye and Abdulkadir Haruna,
In addition, 88 other Assistant Superintendents of Police (ASPs) were decorated with the rank of Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs).
In his remarks, CP Gumel stated “I welcome everyone to this very important event. What we are witnessing today, is the decoration of officers from the lower rank to higher rank.
“These Officers must have displayed commitment, professionalism and above all clean records. I want to congratulate the promotees, their families, and invited guests including members of the press as the Command is blessed with the promotion of a total of one hundred and five (105) Officers. I want to use this opportunity to thank the Inspector General of Police, Ag. IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, the Police Service Commission (PSC) and the promotees themselves because without commitment, struggle, as well as keeping clean records this promotion would not have come.
“Furthermore, the promotees and other Officers here should know that promotion is from God and is a result of hard work, commitment, dedication, etc. Promotion comes with a higher task, therefore, I charged you not to relent, but to redouble your efforts while discharging your duties. Finally, I wish all invitees journey mercy back to their destinations.”
In his vote of thanks on behalf of the newly promoted officers, newly decorated DCP Isah Garba stated “My immense gratitude is to Almighty Allah (SWT) for sparing our lives to witness this memorable occasion. I remained grateful to the Inspector General of Police, Ag. IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, the Chairman of the Police Service Commission, IGP Solomon Arase (rtd) and the Police Service Commission (PSC) for this opportunity and honour to be promoted today.
“I want to assure the Inspector General of Police on behalf of all the newly promoted Officers of Kano State Police Command that we will remain committed and dedicated to the service of our fatherland; as to whom much is given, much is expected. Finally, may Allah (SWT) bless the Nigeria Police Force and Nigeria at large. Long Live Nigeria! Long Live Nigeria Police Force.”
Source; PM
