Police detain two over child abduction in Adamawa
Two suspects have been arrested by the Adamawa State Police Command for allegedly kidnapping a four-year-old boy in Numan Local Government Area. According to the police, the child, named Ramadan, went missing after going out to play, and his family later received a ransom demand. The suspects, Sadiq Ali and Shitu Umar, reportedly confessed to the crime during interrogation. The police have assured the public of their commitment to safety and urged vigilance.
What happened
- Umar Ibrahim of Ngballang village reported his four-year-old son missing to the police on March 2, 2026.
- The child, Ramadan, disappeared on March 1, 2026, after going out to play and did not return home.
- The family received a ransom call demanding ₦800,000 for the child's release.
- Police arrested Sadiq Ali (19) and Shitu Umar (23) from Lafiya in Lamurde Local Government Area in connection with the kidnapping.
- The suspects confessed to the crime, and the Anti-Kidnapping Unit has taken over the investigation.
