Two Suspects Arrested as Authorities Expand Investigation Into Student Abduction Ring” in Nasarawa state University
The Nasarawa State Police Command has rescued students abducted from the Engineering Faculty of Nasarawa State University and arrested two suspects connected to the kidnapping. The suspects, Abdullahi Yeyi Haro and Basiru Abdullahi, were arrested during intelligence-led operations in Gudi community. Police identified Haro as the alleged leader of the kidnapping syndicate responsible for the attack. According to police spokesperson Rahman Nansel, the arrests followed coordinated investigations and tactical operations aimed at dismantling the criminal network. The rescued students have reunited with their families and are receiving medical care and support. Commissioner of Police Shetima Jauro Mohammed praised officers involved in the operation and assured residents that efforts were ongoing to arrest other fleeing suspects.
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Security operatives in Nasarawa State have successfully rescued students abducted from the Engineering Faculty of Nasarawa State University’s Gudi campus, while two key suspects linked to the kidnapping operation have been arrested.
The Nasarawa State Police Command confirmed that the suspects, identified as Abdullahi Yeyi Haro and Basiru Abdullahi, were apprehended during intelligence-led operations carried out within the Gudi community. Authorities described Haro as the alleged leader of the kidnapping syndicate believed to be responsible for the attack on the students.
According to a statement released on Tuesday b y the Police Public Relations Officer, Rahman Nansel, the arrests were the result of “diligent investigation and sustained intelligence-coordinated tactical and strategic operations” aimed at dismantling the criminal network behind the abduction.
The police also confirmed that the kidnapped students had regained their freedom and reunited with their families. Following their release, the victims are reportedly receiving medical attention and psychological support to help them recover from the traumatic experience.
Commending the officers involved in the operation, the Commissioner of Police, Shetima Jauro Mohammed, praised their professionalism, resilience, and dedication to protecting lives and maintaining security across the state.
Authorities further disclosed that investigations are still ongoing as security agencies intensify efforts to track down and arrest other members of the syndicate who remain at large. The police vowed that everyone connected to the crime would be brought to justice.
In the statement, the command also acknowledged the role played by residents and community members in the success of the operation.
“The command appreciates the support and cooperation of members of the public, whose timely information and collaboration greatly contributed to the success of the operation. Citizens are encouraged to remain vigilant and continue to provide useful information to security agencies to aid proactive crime prevention and prompt response,” the statement read.
The Nasarawa State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes, stressing that criminal groups would not be allowed to operate freely anywhere within the state.
The incident has once again raised concerns over student safety and security around tertiary institutions, with many calling for stronger preventive measures and closer collaboration between communities and security agencies to curb the growing threat of abductions.
