The Kano State Police Command has successfully foiled an attempted kidnapping of a village head and arrested two suspects for criminal conspiracy and criminal intimidation. According to the police, the incident was reported on October 26, 2026, at the Gezawa Divisional Police Headquarters by the Village Head of Bangare Village, Mallam Idris. The village head received a threatening phone call on October 24, 2026, at around 9:33 pm, from an unknown person threatening to kidnap him.
The police quickly sprang into action after receiving the report, with operatives from Gezawa Division conducting a sustained follow-up and intelligence-led operations that led to the arrest of the two suspects. The suspects, Aliyu Naziru Garba, 20, and Bashir Alhasan, 20, were apprehended and have confessed to the commission of the crime. The police did not disclose further details about the suspects' motives or any potential connections to larger criminal networks.
The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commended the efforts of the police officers of Gezawa Division for their swift and professional response. He reaffirmed the command's zero tolerance for all forms of criminality and pledged to continue working to prevent and combat crime in the state. The police also urged members of the public to remain security conscious and report any suspicious persons or movements to the nearest police station.
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges in Kano State and the need for continued vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement and the community. The police have been working to address various security concerns in the state, including kidnapping, banditry, and terrorism. The command has also been engaging with community leaders and stakeholders to promote peace and stability.
The Kano State Police Command has provided emergency contact lines for members of the public to report suspicious activities: 08032419754, 08123821575, and 09029292926. The command encourages anyone with information about potential crimes or threats to come forward and assist the police in their efforts to prevent and combat crime.
The arrest of the two suspects and the foiling of the kidnapping attempt demonstrate the police's commitment to protecting the safety and security of residents in Kano State. The police will continue to investigate the incident and gather more information about the suspects and their motives. The suspects will be charged to court once the investigation is completed.
The police's swift response and successful arrest of the suspects have been praised by residents and community leaders in Kano State. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community policing and the need for continued collaboration between law enforcement and the public to promote peace and security in the state.
Key points
- The Kano State Police Command arrested two suspects for threatening to kidnap a village head and foiled the attempted kidnapping.
- The suspects, Aliyu Naziru Garba and Bashir Alhasan, have confessed to the commission of the crime.
- The police have urged members of the public to remain security conscious and report any suspicious persons or movements.
