Kebbi Police Confirm Release of Kidnapped High Court Judge

By Abdullahi Tukur

The Kebbi State Police Command has confirmed the release of Hon. Justice Faruk Hassan Bunza, a Judge of the Kebbi State High Court who was abducted from his residence in Bunza Local Government Area of the state.

The judge was released on Monday, August 3, 2026, after spending about a week in captivity, according to a statement issued by the command.

Police Confirm Judge’s Release

In the statement, the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Bashir Usman, said Justice Bunza’s release had been confirmed by his family and the Kebbi State Ministry of Justice.

The statement noted that the kidnappers had demanded ransom during the judge’s captivity. However, the police command maintained that it remained firmly opposed to the payment of ransom to kidnappers.

Security Agencies Launch Investigation

Following the judge’s release, the police and other security agencies have intensified efforts to investigate the abduction and track down those responsible for the crime.

The security agencies are expected to work towards identifying and apprehending the perpetrators and bringing them to justice.

The command also appealed to members of the public to provide any useful information that could assist security agencies in locating and arresting the suspects.

According to the statement, all information provided by members of the public will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

Police Reassure Kebbi Residents

The Kebbi State Police Command appreciated members of the public and partner security agencies for their support and cooperation throughout the period of the judge’s abduction.

The command also reassured residents of its continued commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.

Judge Abducted From Residence in Bunza

Justice Faruk Hassan Bunza was reportedly abducted from his residence in Bunza town, headquarters of Bunza Local Government Area of Kebbi State, about a week before his release.

His release brings an end to the period of uncertainty surrounding his whereabouts and is expected to provide relief to his family, colleagues and members of the legal community.

The Bureau Journal reports that security agencies have continued their efforts to investigate the incident and bring those behind the abduction to justice.