Four Suspected Kidnappers Arrested in Niger, Forces Recover AK-47, Ammunition

[NigerianEye - Nigeria] - 24/01/2026
Security operatives have arrested four men suspected of belonging to a kidnapping syndicate in Dukku Village, Rijau Local Government Area of Niger State.The arrests occurred around 1:45 p.m. on Thursday following credible intelligence reports about the presence of armed individuals in the community.The suspects, all identified as males originating from Dabai Sime in Zuru Local Government Area of Kebbi State, are:Daniel Kudu, 31 Mohammadu Wasse, 25 Emmanuel Iko, 28 Sofada John, 27 Among the items recovered from the group was one locally fabricated AK-47 rifle loaded with 10 rounds of 7.62mm (…)
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