The Adamawa State Police Command has rescued four kidnap victims and 13 trafficked children during a series of coordinated security operations across the state.
Commissioner of Police, CP Dankombo Falings, disclosed this during a press briefing in Yola on Monday.
He said the operations, carried out in the second quarter of 2025, were part of intensified efforts to tackle crime and ensure public safety.
Falings revealed that 567 suspects were arrested for various offences including kidnapping, culpable homicide, armed robbery, child trafficking, rape, sexual violence, and Shilla gang activities.
He credited the success to the collaboration between the Command’s anti-kidnapping squad, crack squad, intelligence and tactical units, area commanders, and divisional police officers.
Among the breakthroughs was the rescue of 13 trafficked children during an intelligence-led operation led by ACP Shuaibu Wara.
Two female suspects from Kabiku, Nnewi, Anambra State, were arrested in connection with the case.
The victims, who were reportedly sold in Anambra, will be reunited with their families upon the conclusion of investigations.
Also arrested was a suspected drug dealer accused of killing a man over a dispute involving ₦50,000 from a sale of Indian hemp.
Seven members of the notorious Shilla gang were also apprehended for their involvement in house-to-house robberies.
Recovered items from the various operations include six AK-47 rifles, three pump-action guns, 11 locally fabricated rifles, multiple rounds of live ammunition, three stolen vehicles, five tricycles, four motorcycles, two gas cylinders, computers, mobile phones, charms, and other exhibits.
CP Falings thanked Governor Ahmadu Fintiri for his continuous support to the police and other security agencies.
He also appreciated residents of Adamawa for their cooperation and for providing actionable intelligence.
“We remain committed to protecting lives and property.
We urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. Security is a shared responsibility,” he said.
