KANO POLICE RESCUE APC CHAIRMAN AFTER 68 DAYS IN KIDNAPPERS’ CAPTIVITY

The Kano State Police Command has rescued the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Rogo Local Government Area, Abdullahi Alasan Beli, popularly known as Abdullahi Fanka, after 68 days in kidnappers’ captivity.

The announcement was contained in a statement issued by the state Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.

Beli was abducted by armed men from his residence in Beli community, Rogo Local Government Area, before being moved to several locations across Kano and neighbouring states.

Recounting his ordeal after regaining freedom, the APC chairman said his abductors took him through Danja, Ikara and Giwa in Kaduna State, as well as different locations in Zamfara State.

Recounting his ordeal after regaining freedom, the APC chairman said his abductors took him through Danja, Ikara and Giwa in Kaduna State, as well as different locations in Zamfara State.

CP Bakori attributed the successful operation to coordinated security efforts and assured residents that the command would intensify its campaign against kidnapping and other criminal activities.

Governor Yusuf commended the police commissioner and officers involved in the operation for their dedication and professionalism.

He specifically acknowledged the contributions of the Officer-in-Charge of the Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad, CSP Aliyu Muhammad Auwal; CSP Ado Muhammad Audi; and the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Kiyawa.

The governor directed the state Commissioner for Health to ensure that the rescued APC chairman receives comprehensive medical care and psychosocial support, with the cost covered by the state government.

Yusuf reaffirmed his administration's commitment to supporting security agencies in tackling crime and protecting lives and property across Kano State.