Security Forces Apprehend Suspected Kidnapper in Nasarawa Ransom Sting
A coordinated operation between the Nigerian Army and the DSS led to the arrest of a suspected kidnapper in Eggon, Nasarawa State, after he attempted to collect a ransom payment.
Security forces in Nasarawa State have successfully apprehended a suspected kidnapper during a sting operation in the Eggon Local Government Area. According to a report by the Daily Post Nigeria, the suspect, identified as Mukaila Iliyasu, was taken into custody while attempting to collect a ransom payment of ₦200,000.
The Intelligence-Led Operation
The operation was initiated after security agencies received intelligence that Iliyasu had allegedly threatened a local woman with abduction unless she paid the specified sum. Upon receiving this information, the Department of State Services (DSS) coordinated with troops from Sector 2 of the Joint Task Force Operation Whirl Stroke.
To apprehend the suspect, security personnel devised a plan to intercept him during the hand-over. A soldier was deployed undercover, posing as the individual tasked with delivering the ransom money to the suspect. The operation, which took place at Akwaba, resulted in the suspect’s arrest at the exact moment he arrived to collect the funds. The ₦200,000 was recovered by security personnel at the scene.
Official Confirmation and Next Steps
Lieutenant Ahmad Zubairu Zubairu, the Acting Media Information Officer for Operation Whirl Stroke, confirmed the arrest in an official statement. He characterized the event as an intelligence-driven success that prevented a kidnapping from occurring. Following his arrest, Iliyasu was transferred to the custody of the DSS for further investigation and potential prosecution.
Leadership Response
Major General Moses Kolo Gara, the Force Commander of Operation Whirl Stroke and General Officer Commanding 5 Division of the Nigerian Army, praised the collaborative effort between the military and the DSS. He highlighted the importance of professionalism and effective coordination in such operations.
General Gara further encouraged security agencies to continue prioritizing intelligence sharing and joint operations as a primary strategy for combating kidnapping and other criminal activities within the region.
Conclusion
The arrest of Mukaila Iliyasu serves as a notable example of inter-agency cooperation in Nigeria’s ongoing efforts to curb kidnapping. While the suspect is now in custody, the case remains under investigation by the DSS. The success of this operation underscores the role that intelligence-led strategies play in disrupting criminal threats before they escalate into violent abductions.
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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria
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