KANO, September 24, 2025 — Security officials in Kano State have intercepted more than N80 million worth of information technology equipment allegedly stolen from a government-owned school in the Fagge district of the city.
The Kano State Road and Traffic Agency (KAROTA) confirmed the recovery on Wednesday, stating that its patrol officers responded to a midnight distress call from Aisha Shehu Government Junior Secondary School. The intruders, according to the agency, had broken into the school’s computer room and carted away solar panels, desktop computers, and other accessories intended for students’ use.
In a statement released by KAROTA spokesman Abubakar Ibrahim, the agency disclosed that the attackers, believed to number around ten, gained entry by scaling the roof of the building. They reportedly overpowered the security guards on duty, tied them up, and removed the equipment before attempting to escape.
KAROTA officials said the prompt response of patrol teams led to the interception of the stolen items, though it did not provide details on whether arrests were made. Ibrahim added that investigations are ongoing to track down all those involved in the burglary.
The incident has sparked concern among education stakeholders in Kano, who have warned that repeated attacks on public school infrastructure threaten the state government’s investment in digital learning and solar-powered technology for classrooms.
Authorities assured that security around schools would be strengthened, while the recovered equipment is expected to be returned to the institution after due process.
