Kano man arrested for impersonating Police CSP for fraudulent activities

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano

Operatives of the Kano State Police Command have arrested Adamu Musa, aged 35 years, of Kureken Sani Quarters, Kano, for impersonating a senior police officer and defrauding members of the public.

His arrested followed a distress report about his activities at 52 Police Mobile Force (PMF), Challawa Kano on 1st September 2026.

Acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Panshekara Police Division mobilized and arrested the suspect for parading himself as a Chief Superintendent of Police, (CSP).

Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect specialized in defrauding unsuspecting members of the public by presenting himself as a senior officer with influence over Police recruitment and postings.

To lend credibility to his fraud, the suspect circulated edited photographs and AI-generated images of himself superimposed with very senior strategic Commanders of the Nigeria Police Force.

He used the doctored pictures, alongside the names of senior officers, to deceive victims into believing he could secure recruitment slots and transfers for a fee.

A diligent search conducted at his premises led to the recovery of the following exhibits: One pair of black jacket uniform, two pairs of black shoes, one pair of camouflage uniform, one pair of blue uniform top, and cash sum of ₦300,000.00.

The suspect is currently in custody and will be charged to court upon completion of the investigation.

A statement by CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, the Kano Police Public Relations Officer, on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, indicated that: “The Kano State Police Command cautions members of the public to be wary of fraudsters and impersonators who now use photo editing and AI technology to create fake images with senior officers and to extort money under the guise of recruitment, transfer or posting. Members of the public are reminded that recruitment into the Nigeria Police Force is completely free, and no officer will ever demand money for enlistment or posting.

“Residents are therefore advised to verify the identity of anyone parading as a Police Officer, especially those wearing uniforms or soliciting money, and to promptly report any suspicious person or activity to the nearest Police Station.

“Emergency numbers of the Kano State Police Command are: 08032419754, 08123821575, 09029292926. You can also reach us via the *NPF Rescue Me App* or our social media handles: Facebook: Kano State Police Command; Tiktok: Kano State Police Command; X: @KanoPoliceNG; Instagram: Kano State Police Command.

“The Command remains committed to protecting lives and property and to ensuring that criminal elements who abuse the image and uniform of the Nigeria Police Force are brought to justice.”

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