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‘Kidnap Kingpin’ Wadume Released from Prison and Welcomed Heroically in Taraba

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Hamisu Bala, popularly known as “kidnap kingpin” Wadume, was greeted by a large crowd upon his release from Kuje Prison in Abuja on Friday. He was arrested in 2019 by the Intelligence Response Team of the Inspector-General of Police. Prison sources have confirmed that he has completed his jail sentence. Wadume was brought to his hometown of Ibbi in Taraba State, where thousands of people, including youths and women, welcomed him.

The residents of Ibbi turned out in large numbers to receive Wadume, creating a festive atmosphere. He made his way through the town, accompanied by enthusiastic supporters, leading to his house. Wadume expressed his gratitude to the Chief of Ibbi for the support he received throughout his trial and imprisonment. The chief expressed his happiness at Wadume’s return to their hometown.

The arrest of Wadume in 2019 was marred by controversy when soldiers attacked the police team that apprehended him, ultimately leading to his release. Three policemen and two civilians lost their lives in the incident, with five other officers sustaining injuries. A joint panel was set up to investigate the soldiers’ actions, and one of them confessed to freeing Wadume.

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After his illegal release, Wadume was tracked down and rearrested in Kano, two weeks later. He was subsequently convicted by a Federal High Court in Abuja and sentenced to seven years in prison for escaping from lawful custody and dealing in prohibited firearms. However, the prosecution failed to prove the charges of kidnapping against him. Four of Wadume’s co-defendants were also convicted for tampering with evidence, aiding and abetting, and unlawful possession of firearms.

Wadume’s welcoming ceremony in Ibbi is reminiscent of the reception former Governor James Ibori received upon his return to his hometown in Delta State in 2017. Ibori, who had served a 4-year jail term in a UK prison for money laundering, was greeted by a massive crowd and jubilant supporters. The scenes in both Ibbi and Oghara showcase the strong support and loyalty these individuals still command in their communities.

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