The CP, Ahmed Sanusi showing the pots used by the pregnant woman. Photo: Solomon Odeniyi
The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has arrested five suspects linked to a kidnapping and banditry network operating on the outskirts of Abuja, including a heavily pregnant woman who served as cook and logistics supplier for the criminal gang and their hostages.
The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, while parading the suspects before journalists in Abuja on Monday, said the arrests followed a clearance operation at the Byazin area of the FCT on June 11, 2026, during which some bandits were arrested, others neutralised, and victims rescued.
According to him, the woman identified as Hauwa Shafiu was heavily pregnant at the time of her arrest but had continued to supply food and logistics to the gang and their captives.
The arrested bandits. Photo: FCT Police Command.
