Police arrest 11 suspects in nationwide operations, rescue six abducted persons

The Nigeria Police Force reported significant achievements in nationwide security operations, as 11 suspects were apprehended, two bandits eliminated, and six kidnapped individuals rescued on Sunday, October 18, 2026. These operations spanned across ten states, including Zamfara, Imo, Ekiti, Ogun, Oyo, Akwa Ibom, Adamawa, Kebbi, and Nasarawa.

In Zamfara State, police forces thwarted an attack by armed bandits and rescued six kidnapped individuals. Similarly, in Imo State, the Quick Intervention Unit arrested two members of a car-snatching syndicate, revealing the gang's leader, additional stolen vehicles, and two AK-47 rifles. The investigation into the incident is ongoing by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Ado-Ekiti.

Ekiti State experienced four arrests in connection with a violent altercation at Fayose Market, where a 40-year-old man died. In Ogun State, the police intervened in a violent confrontation between two local security groups, restoring order and arresting four suspects. In Oyo State, an armed robbery suspect was apprehended following an incident in Imeko Community.

Akwa Ibom State deployed personnel to secure critical infrastructure before the visit of the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio. Adamawa State recovered three weapons during a violent altercation, while Kebbi State, in collaboration with military personnel and vigilante groups, conducted coordinated patrols to rescue abducted persons and apprehend attackers in Yanga Village, Bunza Local Government Area.

Nasarawa State mobilized tactical teams and local vigilantes to secure the release of five abducted farmers and track down the perpetrators following attacks by armed bandits. The Nigeria Police Force emphasized their ongoing efforts to combat violent crime, dismantle criminal networks, rescue victims, and maintain public safety.