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Gunmen Kidnap Two in Kontagora, Police Launch Rescue Operation

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Gunmen Kidnap Two in Kontagora, Police Launch Rescue Operation

By: Zagazola Makama

The Niger State Police Command has launched a manhunt for unidentified gunmen who kidnapped two individuals from a residence in Bayanwaya Area, Kontagora.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred on March 17, around 1:00 a.m. when armed assailants stormed the residence of one Hamza Muhammad and abducted his younger sister, Fatima Muhammad, along with another victim, Aminu Maiguga.

The victims were taken to an unknown destination.

Upon receiving the report at about 12:30 p.m., police operatives initiated a search-and-rescue operation, deploying tactical teams to track the kidnappers and secure the safe return of the victims.

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Police Operatives Rescue Kidnapped Victim in Adamawa, Perpetrators on the Run

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Police Operatives Rescue Kidnapped Victim in Adamawa, Perpetrators on the Run

By: Zagazola Makama

The Nigerian Police Force in Adamawa have successfully rescued a kidnapped victim, Vincent Philemon, during a coordinated raid on criminal hideouts in Numan.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that Philemon, a resident of Ngwallang, was abducted on March 16, 2025.

The sources said following intelligence-driven operations, police personnel stormed suspected hideouts at about 2020hrs on March 17, leading to his rescue.

The victim was found unharmed and was immediately taken to the General Hospital in Numan for medical evaluation.

Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the crime.

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Suspected Kidnapper Shot Dead in Chibok, Borno

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Suspected Kidnapper Shot Dead in Chibok, Borno

By: Zagazola Makama

A suspected kidnapper, identified as Buba Isa (25) of Gadarma Village, Chibok LGA, was shot dead by local vigilantes at Mbalala Market after attempting to resist arrest.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that the he incident occurred at about 4:00 p.m. when the suspect’s father, Isa, alerted local vigilantes about his son’s presence in the market.

Upon confrontation, the suspect drew a cutlass, attempting to attack the vigilantes. In response, he was neutralized while trying to flee the scene.

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Police Repel Bandit attack, Foil Cattle Rustling Attempt in Katsina, Recover 25 Cows

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Police Repel Bandit attack, Foil Cattle Rustling Attempt in Katsina, Recover 25 Cows

By: Zagazola Makama

The men of the Nigerian Police Force in Katsina successfully foiled a cattle rustling attempt in Shaiskawa via Gwalgoro Village, Kankia LGA, following a swift response by operatives of Kankia Division.

Intelligence sources told Zagazola Makama that armed bandits attacked the village at about 11:30 p.m. in an attempt to steal cattle.

Upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) mobilized patrol teams, strategically blocked the criminals’ exit route, and engaged them in a fierce gun duel.

As a result, 25 rustled cows were successfully recovered, while the remaining cattle scattered into the bush.

However, two victims, identified as Umar Badamasi (50) of Akutai Magama and Abu Sufiyanu Makeri (40) of Gwalgoro, sustained gunshot injuries and were immediately rushed to General Hospital, Kankia, for treatment.

Police Repel Bandit attack, Foil Cattle Rustling Attempt in Katsina, Recover 25 Cows

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