By Isiaka Mustapha, Editor-in-Chief, People’s Security Monitor

Nasarawa State Governor, Engr. Abdullahi A. Sule, has commended the Department of State Services (DSS) and other security agencies for their sustained efforts to combat illegal arms trafficking following the arrest of a suspected female arms dealer in Keffi.

The suspect, identified as 23-year-old Aisha Mohammed, a resident of Bwari in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), was reportedly arrested in Keffi, Nasarawa State, with 202 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and three empty magazines.

The arrest is part of ongoing security operations aimed at curbing the illegal circulation of firearms and ammunition, as well as dismantling criminal networks operating within Nasarawa State and neighbouring areas.

According to information released by the Nasarawa State Government, security agencies have recorded additional breakthroughs, including the arrest of suspected arms traffickers and the recovery of large quantities of ammunition during separate operations.

Among those reportedly arrested between August and September 2026 were Hassan Sani, 40; Abdulkadir Idrissa, 41; and Salihu Garba, 70, popularly known as Nabayi.

The operations reportedly resulted in the recovery of 678 rounds of 7.62mm ammunition and 99 rounds of 7.5mm ammunition, further highlighting the scale of efforts to disrupt the illegal arms trade in the state.

In a separate operation conducted in August, security operatives arrested Ismail Lawalli, a native of Zamfara State, along the Keffi-Abuja highway. He was reportedly found in possession of 1,262 rounds of assorted ammunition.

Governor Sule praised the DSS and other security agencies for their professionalism, vigilance and commitment to protecting lives and property across Nasarawa State.

He also emphasised the importance of sustained collaboration between the state government and security agencies in addressing criminal activities, particularly the illegal movement of firearms and ammunition, which pose a serious threat to public safety and security.

The governor reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to supporting security agencies in their efforts to prevent criminal activities, strengthen public safety and maintain peace across Nasarawa State.