Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Rifle and Ransom Money in Kano

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Police Force in Kano have arrested multiple suspects in connection with the kidnapping of Dr. Muhammad Bello Yushau of Zakirai, Gabasawa Local Government Area.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the breakthrough came following a report filed by the victim’s family, on March 8, 2025.

Acting on intelligence, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit analyzed the mobile phone number used for ransom negotiations, leading to the arrest of one Tukur Lawal, also known as Maikudi, from Kore Village in Sumaila LGA on March 18, 2025, at about 1:30 a.m.

Further investigations led to the arrest of additional suspects on March 19, 2025, at around 10:00 p.m. The individuals taken into custody include: Ado Usman (30) of Makunturi Village, Habiba Shuaibu (18) of Munzuru Village, Ummulkhairi Ibrahim (19) of Garun Mallam LGA and Sanusi Surajo (27) of Falgore Village, Doguwa LGA

During the operation, police recovered a locally made rifle and a cash sum of ₦4,840,000, believed to be ransom money paid for the victim’s release.

The police have intensified efforts to apprehend other accomplices as the investigation continues.

Police Arrest Suspected Kidnappers, Recover Rifle and Ransom Money in Kano

Two Injured in Another Vehicle Crash at Karu Bridge, Abuja

By: Zagazola Makama

A serious multiple motor accident occurred at Karu Bridge, Abuja, on March 20, 2025, at about 2:30 p.m., leaving two individuals critically injured, less than 24 hourz after the first incident which claimed six lives with 18 vehicles destroyed.

Sources said that the incident occurred when a truck loaded with NPK fertilizer lost control and rammed into two other vehicles.

As a result, two individuals sustained serious injuries and were immediately rushed to Asokoro General Hospital for urgent medical treatment.

Efforts to clear the road obstruction are ongoing,

Two Injured in Another Vehicle Crash at Karu Bridge, Abuja

Vigilantes Foil Kidnapping Attempt in Kogi, Arrest Suspect

By: Zagazola Makama

A group of local vigilantes in Abugi, Kogi State, successfully foiled a suspected kidnapping attempt, leading to the arrest of one suspect while others remain at large.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the vigilantes had received intelligence on March 19 at about 9:00 p.m. that ten motorcycles, each carrying two riders, were moving suspiciously along Abugi Road.

Acting swiftly, Mohammed Baba Gimba, a vigilante leader from Bebu Village, mobilized his team and set up a blockade. During the operation, the team spotted a Honda motorcycle carrying two men, one of whom was armed with a rifle.

On sighting the vigilantes, the suspects diverted into Abugi Zango Market, abandoned their motorcycle, and fled on foot. Sensing an opportunity to lure the criminals out, the vigilantes set a trap using the abandoned motorcycle. By 10:30 a.m. the next day, a man identified as Sanda Mohammed from a Fulani camp in Dobo arrived at the scene, attempting to retrieve the motorcycle.

He was immediately apprehended and handed over to the Police.

Vigilantes Foil Kidnapping Attempt in Kogi, Arrest Suspect