In a swift and daring operation, operatives of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command have apprehended four suspects notorious for one-chance robbery and attempted kidnapping, rescuing two victims from their captors in the early hours of October 9, 2025.
The incident unfolded after a distress call was received by Life Camp Police Station around 10:09 p.m. on October 8, when one Hajara Ali reported that her sister, Comfort Habila, had been abducted by suspected criminals demanding ₦1 million ransom for her release.
Acting on the report, police operatives from Life Camp Division immediately launched a rescue operation, deploying digital and tactical intelligence. Their efforts culminated in the arrest of the suspects at Dape Village after a tense confrontation with the gang.
The rescued victims, identified as Comfort Habila (female) and Aliyu Adams (male), were safely recovered. However, Adams sustained multiple stab wounds during the ordeal and was promptly rushed to Gwarinpa General Hospital, where he is receiving medical attention.
Those arrested in connection with the crime include: Solomon Tanko, Samuel Audu, Chigozie Joseph and Emmanuel Chidiebere
Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects had been terrorizing residents around the Bannex and Kado areas, using a tinted vehicle to deceive unsuspecting passengers. They confessed to robbing six victims before their arrest.
Items recovered from the suspects include 15 international passports, two sharp daggers, two cutlasses, bloodstained documents, four mobile phones, two hammers, and three biros.
The Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, commended the swift response of the Life Camp Division, urging residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities for quick police intervention.
Members of the public are advised to contact the FCT Police Command via the following emergency lines: 08032003913, 08028940883, and CRU FCT: 08107314192