Troops of Operation Sharan Daji have arrested the Vice Chairman of Anka Local Government Area of Zamfara Yahuza Ibrahim Wuya, over alleged links with bandits terrorizing the state.
Wuya was arrested on 13 April, based on intelligence linking him with bandits in Wuya and Sunke communities.
Major Clement Abiade, information officer for Operation Sharan Adaji, said Wuya allegedly seamlessly sold rustled/stolen cows and donkeys.
He was accused of giving information about troops, other security agencies and vigilantes’ movement.
He was also accused of aiding the release of a notorious gun runner, one Sani Yaro from Gusau prison.
Wuya will be handed over to relevant security agency for possible prosecution after initial investigation.
