Crime
Police Rescue Pakistani Kidnap Victim in Lagos, Arrest Two Suspects
Police Rescue Pakistani Kidnap Victim in Lagos, Arrest Two Suspects
By: Zagazola Makama
The Nigerian Police Force in has rescued a 48-year-old Pakistani national, Iftikhar Ahmed, who was allegedly kidnapped by his compatriots after being lured to Lagos under false pretenses.
Intelligence sources revealed to Zagazola Malala that Ahmed was invited to Lagos from Kano by seven Pakistani nationals under the pretext of securing a job for him as a chef.
“The victim arrived in Lagos on Feb. 28 and was received at the airport by the suspects. However, on March 1, they visited his lodge, overpowered him, tied his hands and legs, and robbed him of 2,000 dollars, three ATM cards (UBA, Access, and Unity Banks), a green card, a driver’s license, and his National Identification Number (NIN) slip,” the source said.
The kidnappers reportedly contacted Ahmed’s employer in Kano and demanded a ₦50 million ransom. The employer was said to have paid ₦1 million before the police intervened.
The sources said operatives from Ikeja Division, in collaboration with other units, stormed a location along Awolowo Way, Ikeja, following intelligence received at about 7:10 p.m. on March 5.
“The victim was rescued unhurt, and two of the suspects Roman Gull, 19, and Aftab Ahmad, 28 were arrested. Five others managed to escape,” Hundeyin stated. A Toyota Camry with registration number SGD-289-AE (Edo) was recovered from the suspects, while efforts were ongoing to track down the fleeing accomplices.
The sources said that preliminary investigations suggest the gang had been operating under the guise of assisting Pakistani nationals seeking employment in Nigeria.
“The suspects targeted their own countrymen, luring them with job offers before abducting them for ransom,” the source disclosed.
The sources assured that a discreet investigation was ongoing to apprehend the remaining suspects and uncover any potential accomplices.
Police Rescue Pakistani Kidnap Victim in Lagos, Arrest Two Suspects
Crime
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Dispute in Jos East, Invite Farmer and Suspected Herder for Settlement
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Dispute in Jos East, Invite Farmer and Suspected Herder for Settlement
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1, Sub-Sector 12, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have intervened in a reported farm destruction incident involving a farmer and a herder in Kerker village, Jos East Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 5, 2026, when troops deployed at Zarazong responded to a report of destruction of farmland belonging to 45-year-old Mrs Emily Musa.
The alleged perpetrator was identified as 35-year-old herder, Hussaini Abubakar.
On arrival at the scene, the troops invited both parties for an amicable settlement of the dispute.
The intervention was aimed at preventing the disagreement from escalating and maintaining peaceful coexistence between farmers and herders in the community.
Troops Intervene in Farm Destruction Dispute in Jos East, Invite Farmer and Suspected Herder for Settlement
Troops Raid Suspected Kidnappers’ Enclave in Kogi, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycles
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Whirl Stroke (OPWS) have raided a suspected kidnappers’ enclave in Edimogbo Forest, Igalamela/Odolu Local Government Area of Kogi State, forcing the criminals to flee.
Security sources said the offensive operation was conducted at about 7:00 a.m. on November 2, 2026, by troops of Sector 3, operating from Anyigba.
The troops reportedly engaged the suspected kidnappers during the operation, compelling them to abandon their hideout and escape.
Items recovered from the enclave included 1,000 rounds of 7.62mm special ammunition, seven bandoliers, six motorcycles and other sundry items.
The recovered items have been taken into military custody for further action.
Security sources said the operation was part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal hideouts, disrupt kidnapping networks and restore security across the area.
Troops Raid Suspected Kidnappers’ Enclave in Kogi, Recover Ammunition and Motorcycles
Troops Foil Farmers-Herders Clash in Bassa, Two Injured
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP) have intervened to prevent a farmers-herders clash over alleged farmland encroachment in Rewienku Village, Bassa Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Security sources said the incident occurred at about 2:15 p.m. on November 3, 2026, following a report of a confrontation involving farmers and herders over alleged encroachment on farmland belonging to Mrs Esther Sunday and Mr Sunday Danjuma.
The sources said troops of Sector 3, OPEP, mobilised to the area but came under fire from suspected armed Fulani militia members reportedly hiding among rocks around Katome.
The suspected attackers reportedly fled towards Kissado community with their cattle as troops advanced and carried out further security checks in the area.
Two people, identified as a farmer, Mr John Danjuma, and a herder, Mr Ibrahim Waziri, sustained injuries during the incident.
The victims were evacuated to Enos Hospital, Miango, and 3 DMSH, respectively, for medical attention.
Troops subsequently dominated the general area to prevent further escalation and possible reprisal attacks.
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