The Nigerian Army have neutralised a notorious kidnapping kingpin, identified as Amadu, during a raid in Malafiya town, Atiku Ward of Jama’a Local Government Area of Kaduna State.
According to an X post by a security analyst, Zagazola Makama, on Monday, troops acted on credible intelligence about the gang’s hideout and carried out a raid on January 25, 2026, with the aim of apprehending remaining members of the criminal network.
It was gathered that Amadu was the leader of a criminal syndicate that had terrorised Malafiya and neighbouring communities, engaging in kidnapping, cattle rustling and armed robbery.
The report added that the kingpin had long been on the most-wanted lists of security agencies and was linked to several high-profile crimes in the area.
These included the killing of a businessman in September 2025 and an attempted abduction of a relative of a prominent local figure.
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During the operation, an exchange of fire reportedly ensued between the troops and the suspects.
“In the course of the engagement, Amadu attempted to escape and was neutralised.
“A search of the scene led to the recovery of a locally made pistol,” the post read.
