The Kano State Police Command has rescued the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Rogo Local Government Area, Abdullahi Alasan Beli, popularly known as Abdullahi Fanka, after 68 days in kidnappers’ custody.
Beli was abducted by armed men from his residence in Beli community, Rogo LGA, on September 1, 2026.
The rescue was announced by the Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Bakori, during a briefing with Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the Government House.
According to the police, the operation followed intelligence-led investigations and coordinated tactical security efforts targeting kidnapping syndicates operating across Kano and neighbouring states.
Two Suspects Arrested
The police disclosed that two suspected members of the kidnapping syndicate had been arrested in connection with the abduction.
The suspects were identified as 25-year-old Shu’aibu Sulaiman, popularly known as Lemu, and Mansur Usman.
Sulaiman was reportedly arrested on October 18 at Kwanar Dangora in Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State.
Police said information obtained during his interrogation led to the arrest of Usman, who allegedly worked as a driver for the syndicate, transporting kidnapped victims between hideouts in Kaduna, Katsina and Zamfara states.
The operation also led to the recovery of an AK-47 rifle and 18 rounds of live ammunition.
The police said both suspects remained in custody as investigations continued to identify other members of the syndicate.
Chairman Recounts Ordeal
Recounting his experience after regaining freedom, Beli disclosed that his abductors moved him through several locations during his 68 days in captivity.
He identified Danja, Ikara and Giwa in Kaduna State, as well as some locations in Zamfara State, among the places where he was taken.
The police assured residents that investigations into kidnapping, armed robbery and other criminal activities would continue.
Governor Orders Medical Support
Governor Yusuf commended the Commissioner of Police and other security personnel involved in the successful rescue operation.
He specifically recognised the contributions of the Officer-in-Charge of the Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad, CSP Aliyu Muhammad Auwal, CSP Ado Muhammad Audi and Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.
The governor also directed the state Commissioner for Health to ensure that the rescued APC chairman receives comprehensive medical attention and psychosocial rehabilitation at the expense of the state government.
Yusuf reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to supporting security agencies in protecting lives and property across Kano State.
