The Kwara State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a suspected kidnapper, Abu Umar.
Addressing journalists at the Command headquarters in Ilorin on Monday, 2nd December 2024, the State Commandant, Dr. Umar J.G. Mohammed, disclosed that the suspect was allegedly involved in the abduction of one Isiaka Halimah, and her two sons, Kabir Isiaka and Hassan Isiaka, on 7th November 2024, in the Gidanrogo area of Ajase-Ipo, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State.
The commandant further revealed that the suspect had previously worked for the family of the abducted victims.
He was tracked and arrested after the kidnappers used his phone number to contact the family of the victims.
“The suspect is currently assisting the NSCDC in our efforts to apprehend other members of the syndicate, who are still at large, and to secure the release of the victims,” he explained.
Dr. Umar reiterated the Command’s commitment to combating criminal activities and ensuring the safety and security of residents across the state.