Kano Police Arrest Two Over ‘Aljannu’ Phone Scam, Recover 28 SIM Cards

The Kano State Police Command has arrested two suspected fraudsters accused of impersonating spirits, popularly known as “Aljannu,” to defraud unsuspecting members of the public through phone calls.

The Police Public relations officer in Kano CSP Abdullahi Haruna kiyawa disclosed this while briefing journalist in Kano.

He said the suspects, identified as Ahmad Ibrahim, 24, and Isma’il Muhammad, 22, both residents of Dandinshe Quarters in Dala Local Government Area, were apprehended on April 10, 2026, by operatives of the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad following credible intelligence on their activities.

Kiyawa explained that Police investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly used multiple GSM lines and voice modulation techniques to disguise their voices as spirits while contacting victims.

They reportedly instructed victims to recite incantations and issued threats of misfortune if their demands were not met.
According to the Command, the suspects confessed to defrauding more than 500 individuals of money and other valuables through the scheme.

A total of 28 SIM cards believed to have been used in carrying out the fraudulent activities were recovered from them.

The Commissioner of Police in Kano State, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the operatives for their swift response and professionalism, noting that criminals are increasingly adopting new methods to exploit the fears and beliefs of citizens.