By Uzair Adam
The Kano State Police Command has rolled out a fresh security initiative tagged “Operation Kukan Kura” to strengthen community policing and intensify the fight against crime using both kinetic and non-kinetic strategies.
The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, disclosed this during a press briefing on Monday, noting that the operation aligns with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, to entrench community-centered policing.
He explained that the initiative is designed to boost public participation and encourage collaboration with security agencies, stressing the crucial role of residents as the “eyes and ears of the Police” across the state.
He recalled that similar strategies had earlier produced positive outcomes, particularly in tackling thuggery, locally called Fadan Daba.
Bakori also highlighted the Command’s recent breakthroughs, revealing that 107 suspects were apprehended in August for offences such as armed robbery, kidnapping, human trafficking, drug trafficking, and theft.
Items recovered during the operations include an AK-47 rifle, seven fabricated guns, 11 live rounds of ammunition, motor vehicles, motorcycles, cows, cutlasses, knives, and large quantities of illicit drugs.
He added that in 2025 alone, the Command had recovered hundreds of weapons and significant quantities of narcotics.
While commending officers for their resilience, he pointed out that the adoption of digital tools and technological innovations had further enhanced police operations.
The Commissioner assured that the Command would continue to adopt fresh strategies to outpace criminal elements and sustain peace in the state.
He expressed appreciation to residents and the media for their vigilance and support.
“The willingness of our people to share information has greatly enhanced our operations and strengthened our capacity to safeguard the state,” he said.
Bakori urged the public to promptly report crimes or suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through the Command’s emergency hotlines.