One suspect arrested as security agencies search for two abducted children in Rivers

One suspect has been arrested in connection with the reported abduction of two children, Jaiden, 3, and Lolia, 8, in Bonny, Rivers State.

The Chief Press Secretary to the Bonny LGA Chairman, Wisdom Chapp-Jumbo, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, October 14, 2026 in Bonny.

According to a statement, the children were reportedly abducted by unidentified individuals from their residence along Abalamabie Road at about 10 pm on Monday, October 12, 2026.

The council disclosed that preliminary investigations had led to the arrest of a suspect, who is currently in police custody, while efforts continue to locate the children and apprehend other individuals who may be involved.

The Nigeria Police Force, working with the Bonny Surveillance Security Team, is conducting the ongoing search and investigation.

Bonny LGA Chairman, Abinye Pepple, condemned the incident, assuring residents that the council was providing the necessary support to security agencies to facilitate the investigation and secure the children’s safe return.

The chairman appealed to residents to remain calm and urged anyone with credible information that could assist the investigation to report to the Bonny Police Station or other relevant security authorities.

The identity of the arrested suspect was not disclosed in the council’s statement. 

No further details about the suspect or the circumstances of the abduction were provided.