Two Togolese in Kwara Police net over foiled kidnap attempt

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested two Togolese nationals, Yakubu Ismaila and Hadiza Kosia, for allegedly plotting to extort 22 million Nigerian naira (approximately $14,000 USD) from a Nigerian resident. The suspects reportedly issued threats, demanding the ransom or they would kidnap the victim and murder his younger brother.

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Upon receipt of the report, police operatives immediately activated intelligence-driven operational strategies.

The victim reported the threats to the Okuta police division, prompting an immediate response. Operatives, in collaboration with the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) and technical support, swiftly tracked and apprehended the two suspects. Preliminary investigations indicate their direct involvement in the criminal conspiracy.

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In collaboration with the Intelligence Response Team (IRT) and leveraging technical support, operatives swiftly tracked and arrested two suspects identified as Yakubu Ismaila (M) and Hadiza Kosia (F), both nationals of the Republic of Togo.

During interrogation, both suspects confessed to their roles in the attempted kidnapping and extortion plot. A mobile phone used to make the threatening calls was recovered and is now in police custody as evidence. The Commissioner of Police for Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi, praised the professionalism and coordinated efforts of the operatives, stating that their swift action prevented a significant security breach.

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Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects were directly linked to the criminal conspiracy.

Commissioner Adekimi reiterated the command's dedication to intelligence-led policing and vowed to pursue all criminal elements. He assured residents that investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the network. The public is urged to remain vigilant and continue providing timely, credible information to the police, as cooperation is deemed essential for maintaining peace and security in the state.

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During interrogation, both suspects confessed to their involvement in the attempted kidnapping and extortion plot.