The Kano State Police Command has issued a warning to residents about intelligence reports suggesting possible terrorist plans to target public gatherings in strategic locations across the state.
In a statement released on Friday, January 25, 2025, Police Public Relations Officer Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa urged residents to exercise vigilance and avoid crowded places as a precautionary measure.
“The Kano State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies, has received intelligence on suspected terrorist plans to launch attacks on public gatherings in key areas of the state. We advise residents to remain cautious and avoid crowded environments to enable security operatives to neutralize potential threats,” the statement read.
To bolster security, the command has deployed experts from the Explosive Ordinance Disposal (EOD) unit and the Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) team to key areas. Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activities or items by contacting the command’s emergency lines at 08169884988 or 07067157218.
Additional emergency numbers—08032419754, 08123821575, and 09029292926—have also been provided for swift reporting of threats or emergencies.
The police commended Kano residents for their continued cooperation and emphasized that public safety depends on collective vigilance and timely reporting of suspicious activities.
