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NSCDC arrests suspected telecom mast vandal in Anambra

The NSCDC in Anambra has arrested a 24-year-old man accused of vandalising a telecommunication mast and stealing armoured cables in Agu-Awka.

By OYEBODE OLUWAFEMI EMMANUEL

1 min read 3 views Updated Oct 12, 2026
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has arrested a 24-year-old man identified as Nweke Wisdom for allegedly vandalising and stealing equipment from a telecommunication mast at Esther Obiakor Estate, Agu-Awka.
The suspect, who is from Izzi South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, was arrested at about 7:20am on Thursday following a distress call. NSCDC officials said items believed to have been removed from the mast, including DC and armoured cables, were recovered from him.
The command said preliminary investigation suggests the suspect may have been involved in similar acts and would be charged to court after investigations are concluded. It also urged residents to report suspicious activities around critical national infrastructure.聽

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The NSCDC in Anambra has arrested a 24-year-old man accused of vandalising a telecommunication mast and stealing armoured cables in Agu-Awka. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has arrested a 24-year-old man identified as Nweke Wisdom for allegedly vandalising and stealing equipment from a telecommunication mast at Esther Obiakor Estate, Agu-Awka.The suspect, who is...

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  • The NSCDC in Anambra has arrested a 24-year-old man accused of vandalising a telecommunication mast and stealing armoured cables in Agu-Awka.
  • The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has arrested a 24-year-old man identified as Nweke Wisdom for allegedly vandalising and stealing equipment from a telecommunication mast at Esther Obiakor Estate, Agu-Awka.The suspect, who is from Izzi South Local Government Area of Ebonyi State, was arrested at about 7:20am on Thursday following a distress call.
  • NSCDC officials said items believed to have been removed from the mast, including DC and armoured cables, were recovered from him.The command said preliminary investigation suggests the suspect may have been involved in similar acts and would be charged to court after investigations are concluded.
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The NSCDC in Anambra has arrested a 24-year-old man accused of vandalising a telecommunication mast and stealing armoured cables in Agu-Awka. The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Anambra State Command, has arrested a 24-year-old man identified as Nweke Wisdom for allegedly vandalising and stealing equipment from a telecommunication mast at Esther Obiakor Estate, Agu-Awka.The suspect, who is...

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October 2, 2026

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