The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested three suspected kidnappers and recovered two AK-47 rifles, 45 rounds of live ammunition and ₦5.52 million believed to be linked to kidnapping activities in the state.
The command said the operation was part of its ongoing efforts to tackle kidnapping and other violent crimes across Adamawa.
The suspects, identified as Iro Yunusa, 20, Usman Adamu and Muhammed Bello, 39, were arrested on October 15, 2026, over the alleged kidnapping of Ahmadu Abubakar, Habu Alhaji Bello and Hussaini Habu. Police also recovered four rifle magazines, a Toyota vehicle, chains, charms, padlocks and other items believed to be connected to the crime.
The command said investigations were continuing to arrest other fleeing members of the gang. It added that all suspects found culpable would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
In a separate operation, police arrested Muhammed Alamin for allegedly stealing an electric bike, popularly known as a Salti, around the Jimeta Modern Market.
The arrest followed the circulation of CCTV footage of the theft on social media, which helped investigators track down the suspect. Operatives attached to the Doubeli Divisional Headquarters carried out the arrest after conducting investigations.
The stolen electric bike was recovered and returned to its owner.
Adamawa State Commissioner of Police, Kabir Umar Hassan, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to tackling kidnapping, armed robbery, theft and other criminal activities through intelligence-led policing and proactive operations.
He urged residents and business owners to remain vigilant and provide timely and credible information that would help the police prevent and investigate crime.
The command assured the public that it would continue to strengthen security across the state.