Kaduna Police Rescue Six-Year-Old Boy Following Abduction in Makarfi

The Kaduna State Police Command has successfully rescued a six-year-old boy, Samaila Haruna, who was kidnapped from his home in Kunkumi, Makarfi Local Government Area. The rescue operation, which took place following a reported abduction, has resulted in the arrest of two individuals connected to the crime.

Details of the Abduction

According to the Daily Post Nigeria, the incident was reported to the police on November 8, 2026, by the victim’s father, 30-year-old Haruna Bala. The father stated that his son was taken from their residence while he was away. The kidnappers subsequently contacted the family, demanding a ransom of ₦300,000. Reports indicate that the father negotiated the amount down to ₦30,000, which was paid to the abductors.

Police Intervention and Rescue

In a statement issued on Monday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, detailed how law enforcement utilized intelligence-led operations to track the suspects. Police operatives successfully located the boy in a shop in Kunkumi, where he was being held captive. The victim was rescued unhurt and has since been reunited with his family.

The police identified the two arrested suspects as:

• Usman Ahmed, 22, of Yarkasuwa Zoo Road, Kano State.
• Abdullahi Yakubu, 25, of Kunkumi, Makarfi Local Government Area.

Authorities also recovered a mobile phone used by the suspects to facilitate the ransom demand, which will be processed as an exhibit in the ongoing investigation.

Ongoing Investigation

While two suspects are currently in custody, the police have identified a third suspect, known as Jamesy, from Kabuga, Kano State, who remains at large. Law enforcement officials have stated that efforts are currently underway to apprehend him.

The Commissioner of Police for Kaduna State, Muhammad Rabiu, praised the officers involved in the rescue for their swift action. In his statement, the Commissioner issued a warning to those engaging in criminal activities, reiterating the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety of residents and the protection of property throughout the state.

Conclusion

The successful rescue of Samaila Haruna marks a positive outcome in a case that highlights the ongoing security challenges in the region. As the investigation continues, the focus remains on capturing the remaining suspect and ensuring that those responsible for the abduction face the full extent of the law.

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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria

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