Police constable arrested over attempt to deliver pistol, Indian hemp to NYSC camp

A police constable serving in Benue State has been taken into custody after authorities intercepted a package containing a locally fabricated pistol, suspected Indian hemp, gunpowder, and other items allegedly destined for a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member at the orientation camp in Jos, Plateau State.

The arrest followed a security alert on June 21 around 2:30 p.m., when personnel responded to a report at a motor park, according to information shared by security analyst Zagazola Makama on Sunday.

“According to a police sources, a yet-to-be-identified young man had brought two sacks containing tubers of yam, suspected Indian hemp, a locally made pistol, and gunpowder to the park for shipment to one Gedor, said to be serving at the NYSC Orientation Camp in Jos,” Makama reported.

The sender, realizing that the items had raised suspicion, reportedly reached out to Police Constable attached to the X-Squad unit in Makurdi, in an effort to get the consignment cleared and dispatched.

“However, when Justice noticed there was trouble with the delivery, he allegedly contacted his friend, Police Constable Ageli George, attached to the X-Squad unit in Makurdi, to intervene and ensure the items were sent successfully.

“Before PC George could arrive at the park, the sender, sensing danger, fled the premises and has since gone into hiding,” the report continued.

The constable was apprehended at the scene, and authorities confirmed the recovery of the firearm and other items. He remains in custody while the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) carries out further investigations.

“The police sources confirmed that the constable, along with the recovered locally made pistol and other exhibits, is currently in custody. The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has commenced a thorough investigation into the matter,” Makama said.