NASARAWA POLICE RESCUE THREE-DAY-OLD INFANT, ARREST TWO SUSPECTS

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By: Muftau Fatimo

Nasarawa State police have successfully rescued a three-day-old baby abducted in Mararaba, following a swift operation that resulted in the arrest of two suspects.

The incident reportedly took place on March 28, 2026, when 19-year-old mother Aisha Bada reported that her newborn had been taken from her home in Unguwan Bawa, Orange Market. Her husband, Abubakar Isah, a commercial tricycle operator, had been away on business in Lagos for several months.

Police said that two unidentified men broke into the house, threatened the mother, and kidnapped the infant. The family immediately alerted the authorities, triggering a full-scale investigation.

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Acting on the directive of Commissioner of Police Shetima Jauro Mohammed, detectives from Mararaba ‘A’ Division launched a focused search operation. By the early hours of April 3, 2026, officers had arrested Furera Abdulrahman, 35, from Rugan Juli, and Sadiya Abdullahi, 39, from Unguwan Bako, Orange Market.

“The baby was safely recovered and is in good health,” a police spokesperson confirmed. “The suspects have confessed and provided information about an accomplice who remains at large.”

The rescued infant was taken to Mararaba Medical Centre for a comprehensive health check before being reunited with the family.

Authorities stated that the case is still under investigation and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia for further action.

The Nasarawa State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting citizens and urged residents to report any suspicious activities promptly.