Nasarawa State police have rescued a three-day-old baby abducted in Mararaba and arrested two suspects in a swift operation, authorities confirmed.

The infant was reportedly kidnapped on March 28, 2026, from her mother’s home in Unguwan Bawa, Orange Market. The mother, 19-year-old Aisha Bada, had been alone at home while her husband, Abubakar Isah, a commercial tricycle operator, was away on business in Lagos.

Police said two unidentified individuals broke into the house, threatened the mother, and abducted the newborn. The family immediately alerted the authorities, prompting an intensive investigation.

Acting on directives from Commissioner of Police Shetima Jauro Mohammed, detectives from Mararaba ‘A’ Division launched a rapid search operation. By the early hours of April 3, 2026, officers arrested 35-year-old Furera Abdulrahman of Rugan Juli and 39-year-old Sadiya Abdullahi of Unguwan Bako, Orange Market.

“The baby was recovered safely and is in good health,” a police spokesperson said. “The suspects have confessed and provided information about an accomplice who remains at large.”

The rescued infant was taken to Mararaba Medical Centre for a thorough health assessment before being reunited with her family.

Authorities noted that the investigation is ongoing and the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia for further action.

The Nasarawa State Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting citizens and urged residents to report any suspicious activities promptly.