The Nigeria Police Force has announced the arrest of eight suspected kidnappers during a security operation carried out in Rukubi Community, Doma Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
According to the police, the operation was part of ongoing efforts to tackle kidnapping and violent crimes across the country.
In a statement issued by Anthony Okon Placid, the incident began after security agencies received a distress report in the early hours of May 7, 2026, about an attack allegedly carried out by armed hoodlums on the night of May 6.
The attackers were said to have invaded the community, shooting sporadically and creating panic among residents before abducting two people from their homes to an unknown location.
Following the report, operatives of the Nasarawa State Police Command, alongside other security agencies and local youths, reportedly moved quickly to the area and launched a coordinated operation which led to the arrest of eight suspects linked to the attack.
The suspects were identified as Adamu Alfa, Muhammed Alfa, Shuaibu Alfa, Usman Alfa, Ali Alfa, Isa Alfa, another Adamu Alfa, and Ja’afaru Alfa, all said to be from Rugan Alhaji Alfa in Rukubi Village.
Security operatives also recovered two AK-47 rifles, four Bajaj motorcycles, and two expended 7.62mm ammunition shells believed to be connected to the operation.
The police further disclosed that one of the suspects sustained fatal injuries during the encounter and later died while receiving medical treatment.
The statement added that the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu, praised the officers involved for their professionalism and bravery.
He described the successful operation as proof of the effectiveness of intelligence-led policing and cooperation among security agencies in fighting violent crimes.
The police boss also appreciated the support of local vigilante groups, community youths, residents, and other security agencies for their contributions to the success of the operation.
