{"id":9841,"date":"2026-11-05T11:15:58","date_gmt":"2026-11-05T11:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/05\/security-agencies-rescue-eight-abducted-victims-in-kaduna-intensify-crackdown-on-kidnapping-networks-businessday-ng\/"},"modified":"2026-11-05T11:15:58","modified_gmt":"2026-11-05T11:15:58","slug":"security-agencies-rescue-eight-abducted-victims-in-kaduna-intensify-crackdown-on-kidnapping-networks-businessday-ng","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/globalnigerianews.com\/index.php\/2026\/11\/05\/security-agencies-rescue-eight-abducted-victims-in-kaduna-intensify-crackdown-on-kidnapping-networks-businessday-ng\/","title":{"rendered":"Security agencies rescue eight abducted victims in Kaduna, intensify crackdown on kidnapping networks – Businessday NG"},"content":{"rendered":"

Security agencies have rescued eight abducted persons in coordinated operations around Millennium City and Marabar Rido in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State, in a development expected to strengthen public confidence and support economic activities in communities affected by recurring kidnappings.\n<\/p>\n

The victims were rescued between October 31 and November 2, 2026, through joint operations involving the Office of the National Security Adviser (ONSA), Department of State Services (DSS), Nigeria Police Force and the military, in collaboration with the Kaduna State Government.\n<\/p>\n

Commissioner of Police Muhammad Rabiu disclosed this during a press conference at the DSS Command headquarters in Kaduna, saying the operations were part of sustained efforts to disrupt and dismantle criminal networks responsible for repeated abductions in Millennium City and surrounding communities.\n<\/p>\n

The rescued victims were identified as Jamila Muhammad, 27, wife of Abdulkadir Bello; Talatu Yakubu, 40; Yunana Bawa, 30; Calista Bishop, 27; Chidinma Onuwere, 36; Eucharia Obi, 41; Godiya Victor, 50; and eight-year-old Miracle Alex.\n<\/p>\n

The latest breakthrough comes weeks after security agencies rescued Ahmad Zakka and members of his family on October 15, 2026, following their abduction.<\/p>\n

Rabiu said the successive operations demonstrated the commitment of security agencies to rescuing kidnapped victims and dismantling criminal networks operating across Kaduna State.\n<\/p>\n

He acknowledged the strategic coordination provided by ONSA, the operational support of the police, intelligence-driven interventions by the DSS and the involvement of the military in the rescue operations.\n<\/p>\n

The police commissioner also commended the Kaduna State Government under Governor Uba Sani for its support, adding that the coordinated operations reflected President Bola Tinubu\u2019s commitment to strengthening national security.\n<\/p>\n

He urged residents to remain vigilant and provide credible and actionable intelligence on the activities of suspected kidnappers and bandits, assuring them that information supplied to security agencies would be treated confidentially.\n<\/p>\n

Rabiu also called on traditional rulers and community leaders to cooperate with security agencies by supporting efforts to identify criminal elements and prevent further attacks.<\/p>\n

He appealed to media organisations to exercise caution in reporting security-related incidents, particularly by avoiding unverified information capable of compromising ongoing operations or creating unnecessary public panic.\n<\/p>\n

The rescue operation comes amid persistent concerns over kidnapping and banditry in parts of Kaduna State, where insecurity has disrupted community life, threatened livelihoods and heightened concerns among residents and businesses.<\/p>\n

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