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The Adamawa State Police Command has arrested a 34-year-old church member, Tahamado Demian, for allegedly kidnapping two Catholic priests, Reverend Fathers Abraham Samman of the Jalingo Diocese and Matthew Dusami of the Yola Diocese.
The rescue operation took place at a criminal hideout in Gwaida Malam village, a remote area between Numan and Demsa local government areas.
The police launched a coordinated rescue operation on February 21, 2025, which led to Demian’s arrest and the successful rescue of the two priests.
The victims were rescued unharmed, and no ransom was paid. They are currently receiving medical attention.
During the operation, the police recovered a locally-fabricated assault rifle, two handsets, and multiple SIM cards.
The suspect is currently in custody for discreet investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris, expressed gratitude for the support received from the government, sister security agencies, and the public. He urged continued cooperation to ensure timely responses to emergencies.
