Police Recovers 125 Stolen Manholes In Abuja, Intensifies Crackdown On Vandalism

The FCT Police Command has recovered an additional ten (10) stolen manhole covers, bringing the total number of retrieved covers to 125 from vandals stealing critical government infrastructure in the last one week.

The command in a statement said the development underscores its relentless pursuit of criminals engaged in the destruction and theft of public assets.

“The latest recovery, made on February 4, 2025, follows intelligence-led operations in the Dei-Dei area, where officers uncovered the stolen items concealed in a pit.

“This breakthrough was made possible through a tip-off from a vigilant informant, reaffirming the critical role of public cooperation in crime-fighting efforts.

“The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Olatunji Disu, has warned all perpetrators of vandalism and those complicit in the illicit trade of stolen public property.

“He reaffirmed the command’s unwavering commitment to eradicating infrastructure theft and dismantling criminal networks operating within the FCT.

“We will not relent in our search for stolen public assets. Our operatives are intensifying efforts to locate and dismantle illegal warehouses and storage sites where vandals may be stockpiling stolen infrastructure.

“The FCT must be free from the grip of these criminal elements.”

“This operation comes on the heels of a major breakthrough last week when the command, in collaboration with the Joint Task Force (JTF) constituted by the Minister of the FCT, intercepted and recovered vandalized public infrastructure.

CP Disu commended residents for their continued support and urged them to remain vigilant, emphasizing that public assets are a shared responsibility and must be protected to ensure a safe and functional environment for all.

The FCT Police Command urged residents to report any suspicious activities through the following Emergency Numbers: 08032003913, 08028940883, 07057337653, Complaint Response Unit: 08107314192, Public Complaint Bureau: 09022222352.