Kano Police Rescue APC Rogo Chairman Abdullahi Beli After 68 Days in Kidnappers’ Captivity.

Kano Police Rescue APC Rogo Chairman Abdullahi Beli After 68 Days in Kidnappers’ Captivity.

The Kano State Police Command has rescued the All Progressives Congress (APC) Chairman in Rogo Local Government Area, Hon. Abdullahi Alasan Beli, popularly known as Abdullahi Fanka, after 68 days in captivity.

The rescue brings an end to nearly ten weeks of uncertainty following his abduction by armed men from his residence in Beli community, Rogo Local Government Area, in September 2026.

The development was announced by the Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Bakori, while briefing Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, at the Government House in Kano.

According to reports, Beli disclosed after regaining his freedom that his abductors moved him through several locations, including Danja, Ikara and Giwa in Kaduna State, before taking him to parts of Zamfara State.

Police authorities attributed the successful rescue to coordinated tactical security operations, although detailed operational information was not immediately made public.

Governor Yusuf commended the police command for securing the APC chairman’s release, particularly acknowledging the contributions of the Officer-in-Charge of the Police Anti-Kidnapping Squad, CSP Aliyu Muhammad Auwal, CSP Ado Muhammad Audi and the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa.

The governor also directed the state Commissioner for Health to ensure that Beli receives comprehensive medical attention and psychosocial rehabilitation, with the state government covering the expenses.

His directive highlights the importance of post rescue support for kidnapping survivors, who may require medical treatment and psychological care following prolonged periods of confinement and trauma.

Kidnapping Remains a Major Security Challenge in Northern Nigeria

The incident underscores the persistent kidnapping challenges confronting communities across parts of northern Nigeria, particularly in areas where criminal groups operate across state boundaries.

The reported movement of Beli through locations in Kaduna and Zamfara states also illustrates the geographical challenges security agencies face when confronting kidnapping networks operating across multiple jurisdictions.

While the rescue represents a significant breakthrough for the Kano State Police Command, sustained intelligence gathering, effective inter-state security cooperation and the prosecution of suspected perpetrators remain essential to preventing similar incidents.

The Kano State Government has reiterated its commitment to supporting security agencies in protecting residents and strengthening public safety.

Beli’s release is a welcome development for his family, political associates and the Rogo community. However, the broader security concerns raised by his prolonged captivity remain relevant, particularly the need for stronger preventive measures against kidnapping across the region.