Security operatives from the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have arrested an officer of the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition.
The suspect, whose name has not been disclosed, was apprehended on Monday in the Zuma area of Abuja. Reports indicate that he was unable to provide a satisfactory explanation for how he obtained the weapons or his intended destination, raising concerns about possible links to criminal activities.
The arrest was made following intelligence gathered during an investigation into a missing person. A search of the officer led to the discovery of various weapons, including four AK-47 magazines, four CZ Scorpion rifle magazines, two CZ Scorpion rifles, 139mm ammunition, and two pistols (Diakon and CZ models).
Confirming the arrest, FCT Commissioner of Police Olatunji Disu stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the source and intended use of the firearms.
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