Nigeria Police Rescue Abducted Victim, Neutralise 6, Arrest 12 Suspects, Recover Arms, Ammunition
The Nigeria Police Force (NPF), through the Jigawa State Police Command, has rescued an 80-year-old abducted woman, Hajiya Hajara, and neutralised five members of the gang in a successful operation.
Similarly, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command of the NPF busted an armed robbery and carjacking syndicate in the territory and neutralised one of the gang’s most wanted suspects, Addulmininu Bello (a.k.a. Babanle), during a gun duel.
This was disclosed in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Monday.
“The operatives of the FCT Police Command, in a coordinated joint operation has successfully dismantled a notorious armed robbery and carjacking syndicate known for a string of high-profile robberies and vehicle thefts across the capital.
“Acting on credible intelligence, the operatives intercepted the gang as they prepared to strike an unsuspecting victim around Maitama area. Upon sighting the operatives, the criminals opened fire, leading to a gun duel. One of the gang’s most wanted suspects, Abdulmininu Bello a.k.a. Babanle, was neutralized during the encounter, while seven other suspects were apprehended at the scene, including Ibrahim Muhammad, 22 years and ex-convict; Abubakar Abdullahi, 22 years; Sarajo Yusuf, 20 years; Sanusi Ali, 51 years; Abubakar Sani; Isiaka Adamu, another ex-convict and Abdullahi Isah.
“Exhibits recovered from the scene include Four AK-47 rifles, two locally made pistols with ten rounds of live 9mm ammunition, eleven rounds of live 7.62mm ammunition, one locally made shotgun,2004 Toyota Camry LE, and a red boxer motorcycle.
“In a similar development, the Jigawa State Police Command has successfully rescued an 80-year-old kidnap victim, Hajiya Hajara, and neutralized five members of a kidnapping gang in a daring rescue operation. Recently, intelligence at the Command’s disposal revealed that a group of about twelve armed bandits, had abducted the elderly woman from her residence in Sarbi Village, Minjibir LGA, Kano, and had attempted to escape through Jigawa State,” the statement partly reads.
ACP Adejobi stated that the combined teams of police operatives, in a swift and coordinated response, mobilised alongside other local security outfits and stormed the suspected criminal hideouts between Danzomo and Medi villages.
“A fierce gun battle ensued, resulting in the arrest of five suspects, including the gang’s kingpin, Yahaya, 35 years and five other suspects were neutralized during the exchange of fire. The kidnapped victim was rescued unhurt and taken to the hospital for medical evaluation, after which, she was discharged,” he noted.
The spokesperson highlighted the exhibits recovered in the operation, including two AK-47 rifles, one locally fabricated LAR rifle, fourteen live rounds of ammunition, two motorcycles, and two mobile phones.
Reacting to the professional exploits, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, commended the gallant operatives for their successful strides.
IGP Egbetokun expressed gratitude to the public for their cooperation and urged them to remain vigilant, especially in reporting suspicious movements and gatherings in their communities.
He reiterated the commitment of the security agency to strengthening public safety and the overall security of the nation.
