Kano Police Rescue Abducted Boy, Arrest 3 Suspects, Recover Ransom
The Kano State Police Command has rescued a two-year-old boy abducted in Kano, arresting three suspects and recovering most of the ransom paid by the victim’s family.
Police authorities said the child, identified as Aliyu Aliyu Muhammad, was kidnapped on April 19, 2026, in Gwammaja Quarters, located in Dala Local Government Area, by unidentified individuals who later demanded a ransom of ₦1 million.
Despite the payment of the ransom, the abductors failed to release the child, prompting the family to alert the police.
Following the report, the Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, ordered an immediate response, directing the Command’s Anti-Kidnapping Squad to deploy intelligence and operational resources to track down the perpetrators.
Police investigations, supported by technical intelligence, led operatives to the suspects’ hideout within Gwammaja Quarters, where the child was found and rescued unharmed.
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The three suspects—Hassan Umar, 26; Abdullahi Hamisu, 19; and Hussaini Saminu, 24—were arrested in connection with the crime. Authorities said the victim had been held at Saminu’s residence during captivity.
A total of ₦930,000, believed to be part of the ransom paid, was recovered from the suspects.
The child has since been reunited with his family.
Commending the operation, Bakori praised the Anti-Kidnapping Squad for what he described as professionalism and tactical efficiency. He also acknowledged support from the Office of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, which he said contributed to the success of the mission.
The commissioner reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to tackling kidnapping and other violent crimes, warning that Kano would remain hostile to criminal elements. He also urged residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies.
Police said investigations are ongoing and that the suspects will be charged to court upon completion of the process.
By PRNigeria
