Kidnapped Gombe bizman regains freedom

The Gombe State Police Command on Wednesday introduced the profitable rescue of a businessman kidnapped in Tingile Village, Birin Fulani space of Nafada Native Authorities Space.

In an announcement, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Buhari Abdullahi, mentioned the sufferer was kidnapped after a violent assault on his cattle ranch, throughout which his son was additionally injured.

“On February 11, 2026, at about 3:00 a.m., unknown assailants armed with sticks, cutlasses, and knives invaded the cattle vary of Alhaji Adamu Bappah, 48, of Tingile Village through Birin Fulani,” Abdullahi said.

“The attackers beat the sufferer and his son, kidnapped him to an unknown location, and injured his son, who was instantly rushed to the hospital for medical therapy.”

Abdullahi mentioned the rescue was carried out the identical day by means of a coordinated effort involving police operatives, native hunters, and vigilante {groups}.

“The sufferer was safely rescued within the Dawo bush space of Kwani Native Authorities and brought to the hospital for medical examination earlier than being reunited along with his household,” he added.

The police confirmed that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

“The command reassures the general public of its unwavering dedication to combating crime and making certain the security and safety of all residents inside Gombe State,” Abdullahi mentioned.

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