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.

Gunmen Kidnap Two in Kontagora, Police Launch Rescue Operation

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.

Suspected Kidnapper Shot Dead in Chibok, Borno

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