Kidnapper Arrested in Niger State After Victim's Father Identifies Him

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The police in Niger State have made a breakthrough in the case of a 10-year-old boy who was kidnapped in 2023 from Dagwi village, near Beji, in Bosso Local Government Area. The suspect, Mohammed Rabiu of Lambata, Gurara Local Government Area, was identified by the victim's father in the Barikin-Sale area of Minna, the state capital, and subsequently arrested by police operatives.

Key Takeaways:

  • Mohammed Rabiu, a suspected kidnapper, was arrested by police in Niger State after being identified by the father of a 10-year-old boy who was kidnapped in 2023.
  • The suspect was part of a group that kidnapped the boy and demanded a ransom of N300,000, along with other items, in exchange for the boy's release.
  • During interrogation, Rabiu confessed to the crime and named six accomplices, including Mahmuda, Aminu, Ibrahim, Yellow, Muazu, and Lago.
  • The group was accused of killing a farmer in the area in 2023 and taking their victims to the Washa forest near Beji.
  • The police spokesperson, SP Wasiu Abiodun, stated that the suspect was arrested on August 2, 2025, at 9 am, based on a direct complaint at the Kpakungu Division.

Statistics:

  • A total ransom of N300,000 was paid to secure the release of the 10-year-old boy.
  • The group demanded additional items, including a carton of energy drinks, packets of cigarettes, food, and recharge cards.
  • The suspect, Mohammed Rabiu, was identified by the victim's father in the Barikin-Sale area of Minna, Niger State.
  • Six accomplices of the suspect were named during interrogation: Mahmuda, Aminu, Ibrahim, Yellow, Muazu, and Lago.
  • The group was accused of killing a farmer in the area in 2023.

Sources:

  • SP Wasiu Abiodun, Police Spokesperson, Niger State,

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