Security forces rescue kidnapped 67-year-old man in bauchi, kill suspect

 

By: Zagazola Makama 

 

Security forced in Bauchi have  rescued a 67-year-old man, Hardo Bappayo, who was kidnapped by armed men in Hardawa Village, Alkaleri Local Government Area.

 

Zagazola Makama gathered that Bappayo, a Fulani by tribe, was abducted from his home by eight armed gunmen at about 11:00 p.m. on June 19, 2025, in the presence of his family members.

 

Following a distress report, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit launched a swift rescue operation and traced the kidnappers to their hideout at Binshiki Hills.

 

In the ensuing gun duel, one of the suspects was neutralised while others fled. Two locally made rifles were recovered at the scene.

 

The victim was rescued unhurt at about 9:30 a.m. the following day and is currently undergoing medical checks and debriefing.

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