Kidnapper arrested after collecting ₦70m ransom from victims
Troops from the 6 Brigade of the Nigerian Army in Jalingo, Taraba State, have arrested Suleiman Ahmed, a suspect who confessed to kidnapping 20 individuals and extorting ₦70 million in ransom.
Captain Oni Olubodunde, the Acting Assistant Director of Public Relations for the brigade, confirmed that Ahmed, a resident of Bomanda village in Lau LGA, was apprehended on November 12, 2024, during an anti-kidnapping operation in Maraban Abbare, Bomanda, and Karamuke villages.
“The operation was aimed at tackling kidnapping in Lau LGA. During initial questioning, Suleiman Ahmed confessed to kidnapping 20 people and collecting over ₦70 million in ransom,” Captain Oni said.
He added that the suspect also admitted to using an AK-47 rifle in his criminal activities.
“A follow-up operation on November 15 resulted in the recovery of the weapon from a hidden location and the arrest of one of Ahmed’s accomplices, Hussaini,” Captain Oni said.
He added that the troops also arrested a suspected gunrunner at his home in Mayo Dassa, Lau LGA.
Captain Oni emphasized that the 6 Brigade is committed to ensuring the safety and security of Taraba State residents, intensifying efforts to dismantle criminal networks in the area.
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