Security operatives have reportedly arrested a notorious bandit, ‘Yahaya Zango’, at the Hajj Camp in Abuja while he attempted to disguise as a pilgrim preparing for this year’s pilgrimage to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Zango, who has been on the wanted list of security agencies for alleged involvement in banditry and kidnapping across northern Nigeria, was apprehended during routine screening of intending pilgrims.

A reliable security source hinted Zagazola Makama, a counter-insurgency media expert on Sunday that the suspect was intercepted while trying to board a bus alongside other pilgrims headed for the airport.

The source disclosed that the arrest followed credible intelligence which prompted enhanced surveillance and internal screening within the camp.

“Upon close monitoring and verification, the suspect’s identity was uncovered, and he was immediately taken into custody without incident,” the source said.

Meanwhile, FCT Commissioner of Police, CP Wale Ajao has confirmed the arrest.

He said, “He has confessed to his crimes. He is in our custody. “