Police rescue 17 children from alleged trafficking syndicate in Zaria
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By Ibrahim Hassan-Wuyo, Kaduna
Operatives of the Kaduna State Police Command have arrested three suspected child traffickers and rescued 17 children in the Zaria area of the state.
The Command’s spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday, saying the suspects were intercepted on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, following credible intelligence on the suspicious movement of children under the Danmagaji Flyover in Zaria.
According to him, detectives from the Danmagaji Division acted swiftly, rescuing 17 children who were allegedly being prepared for trafficking to Abuja and other parts of the country and beyond.
Those arrested in connection with the crime include Musa Shuaibu (21) from Funtua, Katsina State; Sani Mamman (23) from Ingawa, Katsina State; and Mubarak Ismail (20) from Unguwa Uku, Kano State.
“Upon interrogation, the suspects confessed to having brought the children from different locations and were in the process of transporting them to Abuja and beyond before their arrest,” Hassan stated.
He added that the rescued victims, all minors, are in good health and are currently under the care and protection of the police as efforts are ongoing to locate and reunite them with their families.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, commended the operatives for their swift response, reiterating the Command’s zero tolerance for child trafficking and exploitation.
He warned parents and guardians to be cautious of individuals or groups making deceitful promises of better opportunities for their children in urban centres.
“The suspects will be thoroughly investigated and prosecuted upon completion of investigations,” CP Muhammad assured.
The police also urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious movements or persons within their communities to the nearest police station for prompt action.
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