The Nigerian Police say they have killed three suspected kidnappers and arrested 17 others in Abuja over the past two months.
FCT Commissioner of Police Adewale Ajao revealed that the command carried out thorough crime mapping in hotspots across the capital and implemented a targeted action plan. This effort, spanning May and June 2025, led to a wider crackdown on criminal activity.
During that period, a total of 49 kidnapping cases were reported within the territory. Police arrested 82 suspects for various offenses connected to those incidents. Among the kidnappings, there were five attempted abductions—one in Apo and four in Kubwa.
Police also recovered key criminal paraphernalia, including four vehicles, a jackknife, military camouflage, and ammunition. They intercepted five armed robbery incidents and arrested suspects in four incidents of child trafficking.
Further seizures included three AK‑47 rifles with magazines, a locally made pistol and magazine, a Beretta pistol, a pump‑action shotgun, two LAR rifles, and 36 rounds of live ammunition.
The police operation shows a concerted effort to tackle rising kidnappings, armed robberies, and trafficking within Abuja. The command’s proactive mapping, intelligence-driven action, and visible results suggest a more aggressive stance against violent crime in the capital.
