From a foiled midnight kidnapping operation in Song to disturbing allegations of child rape, murder over witchcraft accusations and armed robbery, the Adamawa State Police Command has unveiled a series of criminal investigations highlighting the security challenges confronting communities across the state.
Key Highlights
- Police and local hunters foil kidnap attempt at Dadin Kowa Village, Song LGA; one suspect neutralised.
- AK-47 rifle and 10 expended shells recovered at the scene.
- 67-year-old man arrested over alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl.
- Woman and her son arrested over killing of a woman accused of witchcraft.
- Suspects linked to defilement, culpable homicide, armed robbery and Shilla gang paraded.
The command has recorded a series of operational breakthroughs, including the foiling of a kidnapping attempt in Song Local Government Area, the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and the arrest of suspects linked to alleged sexual offences, culpable homicide and armed robbery.
The disclosures were made public during a press briefing addressed by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Suleiman Nguroje, where several suspects were paraded and details of the cases presented.
Kidnap Attempt Foiled In Song
One of the major highlights was a failed kidnapping operation at Dadin Kowa Village in Song Local Government Area.
According to the police, on October 29, 2026, a gang of approximately five suspected kidnappers invaded the residence of Alhaji Musa in an attempt to abduct him.
Their operation, however, was disrupted after residents raised an alarm, prompting a swift response from police officers working alongside local hunters.
The ensuing confrontation reportedly resulted in the neutralisation of one suspected kidnapper, while the other members of the gang escaped with suspected gunshot injuries.
An AK-47 rifle and 10 expended ammunition shells were recovered at the scene.
The police said a manhunt has been launched to apprehend the fleeing suspects, assuring residents that efforts were ongoing to ensure that everyone connected to the attempted abduction is brought to justice.
Rape, Witchcraft Killing Cases
Beyond the kidnapping incident, another disturbing case involves a 67-year-old man, identified as Aliyu Bakari, who was arrested over the alleged rape of a 13-year-old girl.
During interrogation, the suspect reportedly admitted to having sexually assaulted the minor on three occasions and appealed for mercy and forgiveness.
The police said investigations into the case were ongoing.
Perhaps one of the most disturbing cases presented during the briefing involved a woman and her son, who were arrested in connection with the alleged killing of another woman accused of witchcraft.
The female suspect reportedly told investigators that she attacked the deceased because she believed the woman was responsible for her personal misfortunes.
The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the killing and the alleged involvement of the suspects.
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Other Suspects Paraded
The command also disclosed investigations into other cases involving alleged sexual offences, unnatural offences, culpable homicide and criminal activities associated with the Shilla gang.
Those paraded include Usman Abdullahi, allegedly involved in an unnatural offence, while Ali Wagai and Isiyaku Muhammed were being investigated over separate alleged defilement cases.
Also, Wilberforce Shehu and Felicia Simon are being investigated in connection with an alleged culpable homicide case.
Similarly, Naziru Ahmed and Juraidu Salisu were identified as suspected to be involved in armed robbery and members of Shilla gang-related activities.
The police said investigations were ongoing to establish the individual roles of the suspects and gather sufficient evidence for possible prosecution.
Addressing the security situation, the state Commissioner of Police, Kabir Hassan, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
He said the command would sustain proactive policing, intelligence-led operations and collaboration with local communities to tackle kidnapping, violent crimes, sexual offences and other criminal activities.
The commissioner also assured residents that all reported cases would receive thorough investigation and that anyone found culpable would face prosecution in accordance with the law, in line with the mandate of the Nigeria Police Force.
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