The Kaduna State Police Command has rescued nine people — including women and children — who were kidnapped months ago from Kushe Makaranta in Kagarko Local Government Area.
According to a statement by the Command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, the victims were freed after a joint operation by the police, military, and operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS).
Hassan explained that in May 2025, about 14 armed men attacked the Kushe Makaranta community, kidnapping several residents and taking them to a forest near Rijana. Continuous pressure from security forces eventually forced the kidnappers to abandon their captives and flee.
“On October 7, 2025, around 7 p.m., operatives successfully rescued the kidnapped victims,” the statement read.
Those rescued include:
Helen Abraham (25)
Rosemary Elisha (25)
Jummai Istifanus (23)
Hauwa’u Sule (13)
Mary Sunday (12)
Kelvin Abraham (3)
Devine Elisha (1)
Jeremiah Istifanus (1)
Christabeth Abraham (9 months)
Hauwa Sulaiman (13)
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All the victims are residents of Kushe Makaranta in Kagarko LGA.
They were taken to the police clinic for medical care and, after two days of observation and treatment, were reunited with their families.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, praised the officers involved for their dedication and professionalism. He assured residents that the Command will continue to work tirelessly to keep Kaduna State safe and eliminate banditry and other crimes.
