Police arrest suspected Kidnapper, recover weapons

From Femi Oyelola, Kaduna

The Kaduna Commissioner of Police Monitoring Unit has arrested a suspected kidnapper l, Mr. Adamu Abdulwahab, in Ganga Uku Village, Mararaban Jos Igabi LGA of Kaduna state.
This was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASP Mansir Hassan, in a state made available to the media in Kaduna yesterday.
According to the statement, on February 29, 2024, the vigilant operatives of the CP Monitoring Unit conducted a well-coordinated operation at the residence of the suspect, in Ganga Uku Village, Mararaban Jos.
It added that the operation resulted in the apprehension of Mr Abdulwahab and the recovery of crucial exhibits, including a fabricated cartridge revolver rifle, a fabricated pistol, two Dane guns, six live cartridges, one discharge GPRG ammunition, seven discharge cartridges, and a blood-stained cutlass.
“It was revealed during the investigation that Mr Adamu Abdulwahab, 35 years old, in connivance with other suspects who are currently at large, had kidnapped Mr Samaila Abdullahi, 40 years old, of Keke Kingdom, Mararaban Jos, on February 13, 2024, at approximately 1400hrs. The victim was forcefully taken to an unknown destination.
“The suspect is now in custody, cooperating with ongoing investigations, and providing valuable information to aid the police in bringing the remaining perpetrators to justice.
“The Commissioner of Police commends the CP Monitoring Unit for their dedication, professionalism, and swift response in ensuring the safety of the community.
“This successful operation underscores the overall commitment of the police command, led by Commissioner of Police CP ALI AUDU DABIGI Psc, to maintain law and order in Kaduna State”, the statement reads.