The Nasarawa State Police Command has successfully rescued a three-day-old infant abducted in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, following a swift operation that led to the arrest of two suspects.
The incident occurred on March 28, 2026, when 19-year-old Aisha Bada reported that her newborn had been taken from her home at Unguwan Bawa, Orange Market. Her husband, Abubakar Isah, a commercial tricycle operator, had been away on business in Lagos for several months.
According to police reports, two unidentified men broke into the residence, threatened the mother, and kidnapped the baby. The family immediately alerted authorities, prompting an urgent investigation.
Acting on directives from Commissioner of Police Shetima Jauro Mohammed, detectives from Mararaba ‘A’ Division launched a comprehensive search operation. By the early hours of April 3, 2026, officers arrested 35-year-old Furera Abdulrahman from Rugan Juli and 39-year-old Sadiya Abdullahi from Unguwan Bako, Orange Market.
“The baby was recovered safely and is in good health,” a police spokesperson said. “The suspects have confessed and provided information about an accomplice who remains at large.”
The infant was taken to Mararaba Medical Centre for a health check before being reunited with the family.
Authorities confirmed that the case remains under investigation and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia for further action.
The Nasarawa State Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting residents and urged citizens to report any suspicious activity promptly.
