Nasarawa Police Rescue 3-Day-Old Abducted Baby, Arrest Two Female Suspects
In a swift and decisive operation, the Nasarawa State Police Command has successfully rescued a three-day-old baby boy who was abducted from his teenage mother in Karu Local Government Area. The police have also arrested two female suspects in connection with the heinous crime, demonstrating their commitment to combating kidnapping and protecting vulnerable citizens.
Details of the Abduction and Rescue Operation
The incident was reported on March 29, 2026, when 19-year-old Aisha Bada, a resident of Unguwan Bako in Orange Market, Mararaba, informed the police that her newborn son had been abducted. According to her statement, the abduction occurred on March 28 at approximately 1150 hours while she was asleep with her baby in an uncompleted building on the outskirts of Unguwan Bawa, Orange Market. Two unidentified men allegedly broke into the house, threatened her with violence, and took the infant to an unknown destination.
Upon receiving the report, the Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, immediately directed detectives from Mararaba 'A' Division to visit the scene and launched a full-scale investigation. Acting on credible intelligence, police operatives executed a successful rescue mission on April 3, 2026, at about 0400 hours. They arrested two suspects: Furera Abdulrahman, aged 35, from Rugan Juli, and Sadiya Abdullahi, aged 39, from Unguwan Bako, Orange Market. The abducted baby boy was found in their possession and was promptly rescued by the authorities.
Confessions and Ongoing Investigation
During interrogation, the suspects confessed to their involvement in the crime and implicated an accomplice who remains at large. The police have confirmed that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect. The rescued baby was immediately taken to the Medical Centre in Mararaba, where he was examined by a medical doctor, certified to be in good health, and subsequently discharged. The child has since been reunited with his parents, bringing relief to the family after the traumatic ordeal.
The case is currently under investigation and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia for further discreet investigation upon completion of preliminary inquiries. The police spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, emphasized the command's unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property in Nasarawa State.
Background and Police Reassurance
It was revealed that Aisha Bada's husband, Abubakar Isah, a commercial tricycle (Keke Napep) rider, had travelled to Lagos for business about five months prior to the incident, leaving the young mother and her newborn vulnerable. The police have urged citizens to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station to prevent such crimes in the future.
This successful rescue operation highlights the effectiveness of police intelligence and rapid response in addressing kidnapping cases, particularly those involving infants. The Nasarawa State Police Command's actions serve as a reminder of their dedication to ensuring public safety and justice for all residents.
