Police Kill 7 Suspected Kidnappers, 9 Armed Robbers In Abuja

Operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Command of the Nigeria Police Force killed seven (7) suspected kidnappers and nine (9) armed robbery suspects in the last two months.

LEADERSHIP gathered that police operatives arrested 300 suspects and recovered a significant cache of arms, ammunition, and illicit substances between January 1 and February 28, 2025.

Speaking on the development, the Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, CP Olatunji Disu stated that the specialised tactical teams were deployed to raid identified criminal hideouts and black spots across the nation’s capital.

CP Disu said the operations covered high-risk areas like Dei-Dei, Karu, Gwarinpa, Jikwoyi, Karimo and Maitama.

According to him, “In a decisive move against banditry and kidnapping, the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the command conducted clearance operations in known bandit routes and kidnappers’ hideouts.

“During these special operations, seven kidnappers were neutralised, while several others were arrested. These proactive measures have significantly disrupted the activities of criminal elements operating along these notorious corridors.

“As a result of these sustained efforts, 300 suspects were apprehended and are currently undergoing thorough profiling and screening. Those found culpable will be charged to court, ensuring that justice is served, while those cleared of wrongdoing will be duly released.”

He also said the total number of armed robbers arrested were 59 with total number of kidnappers and informants arrested at ten (10) with 16 cultists arrested during the period.