NSCDC Arrests 5 Over Pipeline Vandalism, Theft, Rape

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Bauchi State Command, has arrested five suspects involved in various crimes, including oil pipeline vandalism, theft, rape, and criminal misappropriation.

Parading the suspects at the Command Headquarters yesterday, Commandant Oloyede Nelson Oyerinde briefed journalists on the arrests, stating that they were apprehended at different locations across the state.

According to him, on March 5, 2025, Sha’aban Yahaya (22) and Mustapha Mohammed (21), both from Magama Gumau, Toro LGA, were arrested for stealing two Bajaj motorcycles from Sunshine Lodge and Gidan Oga Ali House in Tilde Fulani. NSCDC operatives from the Toro Division apprehended the suspects, who have confessed to the crime.

Similarly, on March 7, 2025, NSCDC operatives from Alkaleri Division arrested Iliyasu Yahaya (22) of Badanga Village, Bauchi LGA, for vandalizing an oil pipeline and illegally extracting kerosene. Items recovered from him included six full 25-litre containers of kerosene, four empty containers, a hacksaw, and a machete.

In another case, on February 26, 2025, Ayuba Isah (38) of Alkaleri LGA was arrested for allegedly raping a 10-year-old girl, Fatima Ibrahim, in an uncompleted building at Unguwan GRA, Alkaleri. A medical examination confirmed penetration, despite the suspect’s denial.

Furthermore, on March 4, 2025, Samaila Emmanuel (22) from Wunti, Bauchi, was arrested for siphoning diesel from a 150kVA Mikano generator meant for powering street lights.

Commandant Oyerinde reaffirmed the NSCDC’s commitment to protecting public infrastructure and warned criminals to desist from illegal activities or face legal consequences.

He stated that all suspects have confessed except for Ayuba Isah and will be prosecuted accordingly.

He further urged Bauchi State residents to support security agencies by providing timely and accurate information to combat crime effectively.