Police Seize 2,500 Litres of Suspected Toxic Chemicals in Zamfara

Police Seize 2,500 Litres of Suspected Toxic Chemicals in Zamfara

Operatives from the Zamfara State Police Command's Anti-Illegal Mining Unit have recovered 2,500 litres of suspected hazardous and poisonous chemicals in Gusau Local Government Area.The seizure occurred on Tuesday, January 28, 2026, around 4:40 p.m., during a routine patrol in the Lalan area of Gusau.The chemicals were found stored in 100 jerricans, with each container holding 25 litres. Authorities have described the substances as highly danger…

Police Recover 2,500 Litres of Suspected Toxic Chemicals in Zamfara — Akelicious

The police in Zamfara have recovered 2,500 litres of suspected hazardous and poisonous chemicals during a patrol operation in Gusau Local Government Area of the state. A statement issued on Thursday in Gusau said the recovery was made on Jan. 28 at about 4:40 p.m. by operatives attached to the Anti-Illegal Mining Unit while on routine patrol at the Lalan area. The chemicals were recovered in 100 jerricans, each containing 25 litres, and were bel…