The Ekiti State Police Command has reportedly taken into custody four Pakistani nationals following reports of their alleged suspicious presence in Iyin-Ekiti, in the Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state.

According to security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, the suspects were arrested after residents raised alarm over the movement of unfamiliar individuals in the community, which sparked tension and prompted swift police action.

As reported by The Cable, Makama, quoting security sources, said a distress call was received by the Iyin-Ekiti Police Division on June 9, prompting officers to immediately mobilise to the area.

He stated that operatives, upon arrival, intercepted and arrested four men identified as Muhammad Yusuf (47), Ghani Abdul (36), Abdul Jabbar (46), and Yusuf Muhammad (47).

Makama reported that police authorities said investigations were ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the suspects’ presence in the area and to determine whether any laws had been violated.

“The command urged residents to remain calm and continue to cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspicious movements and activities,” Makama said.

“It also reassured the public that all necessary steps were being taken to ensure the safety and security of communities across the state.”

Source: Cable