NSCDC arrests 19-year suspected kidnapper in Ilorin

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) Kwara detained a suspected 19-year-old kidnapper, Abu-Umar.

The State Commandant of NSCDC, Umar Mohammed confirmed his detention at a news conference on Monday, in Ilorin.

Mohammed said the suspect allegedly planned the abduction of a mother and her two children.

“The suspect was involved in the abduction of a mother, Isiaka Halimah, and her two sons, Kabir Isiaka and Hassan Isiaka, on Nov. 7, at Gidanrogo Area of Ajase-Ipo, in Ifelodun Local Government Area.

“He had previously worked for the family of the abducted victims and was tracked and arrested after the kidnappers used his phone number to contact the family.

“While Halimah has been released, the two children are still in captivity,” he said.

The Commandant reiterated the commitment of the NSCDC to combating criminal activities, ensured the safety and security of residents across the state.

“We are working with other security agencies to see how the remaining children will be released,” he said.

(NAN)