Kano Police Arrest Notorious Thug for Kidnapping Case

The Kano State Police Command arrested Abubakar Isma’il, known as Sankolo, for the alleged kidnapping of nine-year-old Ubaidu Sammani in Rimin Kebbe. The arrest occurred on November 6, 2026, following intelligence from the previous arrest of another thug, Umar Usman, on November 5.

Sankolo, aged 22, is identified as a ringleader of thuggery-related activities in the area and is a principal suspect in the kidnapping case, with his alleged accomplices already charged in court. Ubaidu was reportedly kidnapped on July 3, 2026.

The police operation, part of Operation Kukan Kura, led to Sankolo's arrest at 9:30 PM. Investigations revealed his involvement in multiple thuggery and robbery cases.

Community leaders welcomed his arrest as a significant breakthrough in combating local crime. The state Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, praised the Zango Division officers and encouraged residents to provide information to aid security efforts.

Sankolo remains in custody as investigations continue.