The Adamawa State Police Command has rescued a 12-year-old girl, Mercy Kefas, and arrested a 20-year-old woman suspected to be her abductor.

The spokesperson of the command, Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje, who disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, September 19, 2026 said the minor was reported missing by her mother in Guyuk Local Government Area.

According to the PPRO, the girl was later sighted in the company of an unknown woman. 

The command launched a coordinated search operation and circulated information to neighbouring communities and relevant formations.

The efforts led to the rescue of the minor and arrest of the suspect identified Jamila Yusuf around Talasse border area.

“The incident was reported on 18th September, 2026 at Guyuk Divisional Headquarters by the victim’s mother, Mrs. Mary Felix, of Birsinsin, Guyuk LGA,” the statement read.

“According to the report, the child went missing and was later sighted in the company of an unknown woman heading towards Balanga/Talasse axis.

“Upon receiving the report, the Police immediately commenced coordinated efforts to locate the child and circulated information to neighbouring communities and relevant formations.

“The swift and proactive response led to the successful rescue of the child and the arrest of the suspect around Talasse border area.

“The suspect is identified as Jamila Yusuf, 20 years, of Lafiya Village, via Balanga LGA of Gombe State. She is currently in custody.

“The rescued child has been reunited with her family.

“The Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Kabir Umar Hassan, fdc, commended the officers involved for their prompt response and professionalism. 

“He has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to take over the case and ensure a discreet investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident.

“The CP assures members of the public that the Command will continue to work closely with communities to prevent child abduction and other crimes.

“The Command urges parents, guardians and members of the public to remain vigilant and promptly report cases of missing children or suspicious movements to the nearest Police formation.”