Zamfara Police Arrest Aunt for Kidnapping Niece for Ransom

The Zamfara State Police Command arrested 26-year-old Saadiya Sahabi for allegedly abducting her three-year-old niece, Nabila Abdulganiyu, and demanding a ransom of N10 million for her release. The arrest occurred on November 10, 2026, in Bela District, Bungudu Local Government Area, following a report made by the victim's father, Abdulganiyu Sahabi, on October 30, 2026.

He had received a call from a concealed number on October 29, where the caller claimed to have his daughter and demanded the ransom. The Commissioner of Police, A.M.

Bello, directed the State Intelligence Department to investigate and ensure the child's safe return. After days of intelligence gathering, the police successfully traced and arrested Saadiya, who is the victim's paternal aunt.

During interrogation, she allegedly confessed to her involvement in the crime. The child was medically examined and reunited with her parents on November 12, 2026.

The police are continuing their investigation to identify any accomplices.