Operatives of the Department of State Security (DSS) have killed one of the kidnappers who abducted the mother of renowned Hausa singer, Dauda Kahutu Rarara. Another kidnapper was reportedly arrested following a gun battle.
A DSS source in Kano revealed that the operatives launched a surprise raid on the kidnappers’ hideout deep in Makarfi Forest, Kaduna State, early on Friday while the kidnappers were sharing the ransom they had collected.
“The operatives were able to overpower the kidnappers, killing one instantly and arresting another who is now receiving treatment for gunshot wounds. The N26.5 million ransom paid to them was recovered,” the source said.
The successful operation was the result of careful intelligence that traced the kidnappers to Makarfi Forest.
“The operation was so effective that the arrested kidnapper, Bature, is now providing the operatives with valuable information about their activities,” the source added.
He confirmed that the kidnappers, identified as Hamisu and Bature, are Fulanis. “Bature, who is receiving treatment, is assisting the operatives with further details on their operations,” the source stated.
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