BY MUSA IDRIS UMAR, DECEMBER 01, 2025 | 08:16 PM
Gold valued at N23.6 million buried in Mallamfatori, Abadam Local Government Area of Borno State has been recovered by police.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Borno State Police Command spokesman, ASP Nahum Kenneth Daso.
According to him, the gold belongs to a woman who fled Mallamfatori during a Boko Haram attack 15 years ago.
He said the woman recently returned and sought police assistance to retrieve items she had buried in the sand while escaping the incident.
He added that through diligent and coordinated efforts, the officers successfully recovered 22 cc of gold valued at approximately N20 million, as well as a gold bracelet with a chain worth N3.6 million.
The Commissioner of Police, Borno State Police Command, CP Naziru Abdulmajid, commended the Divisional Police Officer of Mallamfatori Division and his team for their exemplary professionalism and integrity in recovering valuable property belonging to a female resident of the community.
The commissioner praised the officers for their honesty, dedication, and service, noting that their actions reflect the core values of the Nigeria Police Force and further strengthen public confidence in law enforcement.
CP Naziru Abdulmajid reaffirmed the command’s commitment to safeguarding lives and property, urging residents to continue supporting and cooperating with the police for enhanced security across the state.