Nigeria News: In a significant crackdown on railway vandalism, the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) and Railway Police Command have detained two suspects in Kafanchan, Kaduna State. Intelligence reports revealed these individuals used private buildings as hideouts for stolen materials, leading to the retrieval of 25 short rails and 91 sleepers.
Abuja News Update: As investigations continue, the NRC secures the seized materials at the Railway District Police Station. NRC’s Managing Director, Kayode Opeifa, commended the operations, urging residents near railway corridors to report any suspicious activities in a bid to eradicate such crimes completely.
Key Takeaways:
- Intelligence operations uncover stolen railway materials, leading to arrests.
- Authorities recover significant railway assets, ensuring they are kept secure.
- Ongoing investigations aim to dismantle the larger vandalism syndicate.
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