From:Femi Mustapha, in Kaduna
The Kaduna State Police Command has successfully rescued nine kidnapped victims, including women and children, who were abducted months ago from Kushe Makaranta in the Kagarko Local Government Area of the state.
The victims were freed following sustained joint operations by the police, military, and operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS), as reported by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan.
Hassan explained that in May 2025, about 14 armed men invaded Kushe Makaranta and abducted several residents, taking them to a forest hideout near the Rijana community. He noted that relentless pressure from security forces forced the kidnappers to abandon the victims and flee.
“On October 7, 2025, at around 7:00 PM, operatives successfully rescued the kidnapped victims,” the statement read.
Those rescued include Helen Abraham (25), Rosemary Elisha (25), Jummai Istifanus (23), Hauwa’u Sule (13), Mary Sunday (12), Kelvin Abraham (3), Devine Elisha (1), Jeremiah Istifanus (1), Christabeth Abraham (9 months), and Hauwa Sulaiman (13), all residents of Kushe Makaranta in the Kagarko LGA.
The victims were taken to the police clinic for medical attention and, after two days of observation and treatment, were reunited with their families.
Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, commended the operatives for their dedication and professionalism.
He assured residents that the police remain committed to ensuring their safety and security and to eliminating banditry and other criminal activities in Kaduna State.
