Air Force Nabs High-Profile ‘Kidnapper’ In Kano Operation

Isah Abdul, a 35-year-old “high-profile kidnapper,” was apprehended by Nigerian Air Force operatives stationed at Durbunde in Takai Local Government Area, Kano State.

The infamous kidnapper and his gang’ hideout was the subject of credible intelligence, which led to the arrest on Monday at approximately 6.30 p.m.

As per Air Vice Marshal Edward Gabkwet, Director of Public Relations, an initial inquiry has shown that Isah Abdul and his group were behind the kidnapping of Yakubu Ibrahim Tagaho, also referred to as “Sarkin Noman Gaya,” on April 6, 2023, from his home in Tagaho Village within Takai Local Government Area.

However, he continued, the victim was freed a month later following the payment of a N30,000,000 ransom.

He noted that, “In December 2023, the same criminal abducted two sisters and three others in the same village and released them after collecting a huge ransom.

“He is also responsible for several other kidnapping activities as he has strong ties to other known kidnapping gangs like the Danbul Fulaku gang that also operates in Takai LGA.”

He further disclosed that Abdul is being held by the Nigerian Air Force for investigations, and that he will shortly be turned over to the proper authorities for additional actions. [CONTINUE READING HERE]