Notorious Kidnap Kingpin, Buhari Muhammad, and Syndicate Apprehended in Abuja Hotel Raid

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police have successfully apprehended Buhari Muhammad, a wanted kidnapping kingpin, along with five other members of the notorious syndicate in Abuja.

FCT Police Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, released a statement on Monday, detailing the arrest that took place at a hotel in Bassa village within the nation’s capital. The operation was carried out by the Anti-Kidnapping Unit, showcasing the command’s commitment to combating criminal activities in the territory.

The suspects, identified as Muhammad Sabiu, Isah Abdullahi, Hamzat Musa, Fatima Abdullahi, and Zuliat Yusuf, were reportedly involved in the abduction of Joshua Eze, the husband of Blessing Eze. During the kidnapping, Blessing Eze sustained a bullet injury in her valiant attempt to resist the assailants.

Joshua Eze was kidnapped on January 27, 2024, but swift action by the FCT Police led to his rescue unharmed just 24 hours later.

The police operation resulted in the confiscation of significant evidence, including an AK-47 rifle, 10 mobile phones, a cash sum of N345,000, and various other valuables from the arrested suspects. This successful operation underscores the dedication of law enforcement in curbing the menace of kidnapping within the FCT.