Police authorities in Kano State have successfully rescued a two-year-old boy who was kidnapped, while three suspects have been arrested in connection with the crime.
According to a statement by Police spokesperson Abdullahi Kiyawa, the child was abducted on April 19 from Gwammaja Quarters in Dala Local Government Area. The kidnappers later contacted the family and demanded a ₦1 million ransom, which was paid, but the child was not released.
Following the report, Commissioner of Police Ibrahim Bakori ordered an immediate operation by the Anti-Kidnapping Squad. Through coordinated intelligence efforts and technical tracking, officers located the suspects’ hideout.
The suspects—Hassan Umar, Abdullahi Hamisu, and Hussaini Saminu—were arrested at a residence in Gwammaja Quarters, where the toddler was being held. The child was rescued unharmed and safely reunited with his family.
Police operatives also recovered ₦930,000, believed to be part of the ransom paid.
The command praised the officers involved for their swift and professional response, reaffirming its commitment to tackling crime and urging the public to continue providing useful information to aid security operations.