The Nigeria Police Force has recorded a series of operational successes across several states, including the rescue of four abducted victims and the arrest of at least 27 suspects in connection with various crimes.
According to the Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, the operations, conducted between September 10 and 12, 2026, also saw police operatives repel an armed bandits’ attack, recover suspected illicit drugs and prevent an attempted car theft.
In Benue State, combined teams of Police Mobile Force, tactical and conventional operatives successfully repelled a large-scale attack by armed bandits on Ayilamo Community on September 10. The attackers were forced to retreat into the forest after reportedly suffering heavy casualties.
In Kaduna State, police operatives rescued three abducted victims—a man and his two sons—after engaging their abductors in a gun duel. The assailants abandoned the victims and fled, allowing the police to rescue them unharmed and reunite them with their family.
On September 12, police operatives conducting a search-and-rescue operation in the state also rescued a 60-year-old woman who had been kidnapped. The victim was taken to hospital for medical attention before being reunited with her family.
In Anambra State, operatives of the Rapid Response Squad arrested a suspected member of a criminal gang allegedly involved in kidnapping and armed robbery. Police said the suspect confessed and provided information expected to assist in the arrest of other gang members and recovery of firearms.
The Force also recorded arrests in the Federal Capital Territory, where three suspected one-chance robbers were arrested along the Kubwa Expressway. The suspects were allegedly involved in snatching handbags and mobile phones from commuters.
In another FCT operation, police arrested a suspect allegedly caught attempting to deactivate and steal a Mercedes-Benz C300 after operatives responded to a distress call.
Meanwhile, three suspected illicit drug dealers were arrested during a raid on a suspected criminal hideout in Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State. Large quantities of substances suspected to be Indian hemp and other illicit drugs were recovered.
In Kano State, five suspects were arrested in connection with an investigation into a suspected abortion-related death, while in Sokoto State, 10 suspects were arrested following a violent protest in Tambuwal. Police tactical, area command and divisional patrol teams reportedly dispersed the rioters without loss of life or injury.
In Enugu State, police operatives also arrested a suspect over an alleged defilement offence following a complaint. The suspect reportedly confessed to the offence.
CSP Ani Iniedu, Force Public Relations Officer, said the respective cases were under investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Departments and the CID in Abuja.
The Force reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property while urging members of the public to continue supporting the police with credible information to enhance security operations.
