Kano APC Chairman Freed After 68 Days in Kidnappers’ Custody

The Kano State Police have rescued Abdullahi Alasan Beli, the chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rogo Local Government Area, after he spent 68 days with kidnappers. The police announced his rescue during a briefing with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf at the Government House in Kano.

Beli was taken from his home in Beli community by armed men and was moved through various locations in Kano and neighboring states. After his release, he shared that his captors transported him through areas in Kaduna and Zamfara states.

Commissioner of Police Adamu Bakori credited the successful operation to careful planning and teamwork among security forces. He assured the public that the police would continue to fight against kidnapping and other crimes in the area.

Governor Yusuf praised the police for their dedication and professionalism during the rescue. He specifically thanked key officers involved in the operation and instructed the state’s health commissioner to provide Beli with medical care and support.

This rescue highlights ongoing security issues related to kidnapping in Kano State and the broader Northwest region of Nigeria.