NSCDC arrests 20 for kidnapping, vandalism, recover arms, ammunition in Nasarawa, Benue, others
The CG Special Intelligence Squad has apprehended gangs of dangerous criminal syndicate responsible for heinous crimes across the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nasarawa, Benue, Plateau, and Ondo States.
Afolabi Babawale, National Public Relations Officer, NSCDC Headquarters, Abuja in a statement said the success followed a credible intelligence about the criminal activities
The statement said the arrest was carried out between October and November 2025 just as the Commandant CG’s Special intelligence squad AS Dandaura, relayed that his men arrested 20 suspects for various degrees of involvement in kidnapping, armed robbery, murder vandalism and obtaining by false pretense amongst others.
It further confirmed two suspected terrorists /militia who were linked to recent communal attack, alongside 5 major buyers of stolen accessories to the crime.
He further hinted that 2 suspected vandals of essential public infrastructure (AEDC installations) were also apprehended with 3 other suspects arrested for fraud and related offences.
The statement noted that the items recovered include; two AK-47 Rifles, Two G3 Rifles (recovered in Ondo State), 65 Rounds of 7.62mm Live Ammunitions, One Toyota Corolla LE 2010 Model (snatched at gunpoint), 4 Motorcycles (snatched/stolen), Various mobile phones, electronics, charms, and cash”.
“On the arrest involving Terrorism, Kidnapping and Murder Syndicate in Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa; he noted that based on actionable intelligence; the Squad arrested Ibrahim Hudu (M) 30 years and Hassan Ibrahim (M) 23 years in Lafia, Nassarrawa State who admitted and confessed their involvement in the crime; also, Ibrahim Hudu & Hassan Ibrahim were nabbed for Kidnapping, Armed Robbery, and Murder.
They Kidnapped and killed Mr. Obasanjo H. Aku along Lafia-Akwanga Road after collecting ransom.” It said
It said they also kidnapped and killed Muhammadu Yaka, a farmer in Nasarawa Eggon and he was executed after receiving ransom because they knew he recognized one of the gang members (Boddum).
Investigation revealed that Hassan Ibrahim has direct link to militia attacks in Yelwata community (Guma LGA, Benue State) and communities in Qua’an-Pan LGA (Plateau State);
He confessed to the looting and setting houses ablaze in Yelwata and further participated in an attack on Fili (Nteng) village where they were ambushed by military personnel; leading to the death of their syndicate members Umar and Korijo.
The Exhibits recovered from this syndicate were: One AK-47 Rifle, One Magazine, 40 rounds of 7.62x39mm Special ammunition and Charms.
Speaking on the arrest of suspects for kidnapping and Highway Robbery in Nasarawa, Niger, Kogi, Kaduna States; Commandant Dandaura said the CG’S SIS arrested the following suspects in Lafia and environs: Bamaiyi Mustapha is also known as Dan Borno, John Ishaya who is also called Baushe and James Bako who is popularly called Muchake.
They have all confessed to attempted kidnap of high-profile individuals in Nasarawa State, including Turaki Gamji and Alhaji Bil-adama.
“This gang is also linked to numerous armed robbery operations across Lambata (Niger), Kogi, Kaduna Road, and Akwanga (Nasarawa), including high-way robbery on the Minna-Niger Road and Abuja-Kaduna Road and investigation revealed that they are heavily involved in cattle rustling in Nasarawa State.
“In a major success in the fight against arms proliferation, the CG’s SIS arrested Iseoluwa Shadrach Omosehin (27yrs) in Ondo State and recovered 2-G3 rifles with Breach numbers 6911856 and 69047064 respectively”. The statement said
In addition, the CG SIS Squad successfully apprehended individuals tampering with critical infrastructure and national assets in Nasarawa State where Nyitamen George 34yrs, was arrested for illegally tampering with electrical installations, illegal connection light to residents, and fraudulently collecting monthly electricity bills remitted to his personal purse while Muhammad Aliyu a.k.a Aliko 23yrs, was arrested for Vandalism, Assault, and grevious Hurt.
The Commandant CG’S SIS noted that the operational success also extended to dismantling the logistics and financial chain of their business associates as 5 suspects were arrested for their involvement as buyers and receivers of crime items from kidnapping and robbery operations.
Amin Omaku purchased One Toyota Corolla LE 2010 Model and three Motorcycles; Emmanuel Sale purchased 2 Mobile Phones Tecno Spark 3, Redmi A3 and 2 Televisions, Victor Eze Friday bought 1 Samsung Galaxy S10E Phone, Sunday Thankgod was caught with iPhone 14 Pro, Hassan Bawa was apprehended while in custody of 1 Motorcycle.
“Let me reaffirm the Commandant General’s commitment to rid the nation of the scourge unleashed by economic saboteurs, vandals and crime perpetrators as these arrests underscores the unwavering commitment of the NSCDC to salvage our communities from criminal elements and ensure the safety of lives and properties of citizens in line with the renewed hope agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR”. It said
The statement assured the public that all suspects would be charged to court immediately upon the conclusion of thorough investigations adding “we urge Nigerians to continue to provide actionable intelligence to the NSCDC and other security agencies to help us clamp down on criminal activities in the nation. “
