Kidnap survivor is crowned UB�s best peformer

Mohammed Dada
Mohammed Dada

Almost 14 years after being kidnapped for three days and two nights and later dropped off at GSS grounds by his kidnappers, Satar Dada’s grandson, Mohammed Dada on Saturday was the toast of the University of Botswana (UB) 2016 graduation ceremony, when he walked away with the honour of valedictorian, best performer, as he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Finance with a flourish.

In 2002, the then eight-year-old Dada’s grandson was kidnapped for a P2 million ransom and later six men were arrested after the money trail led the investigators to them. Young Asian man Wasim Ahmed, and locals, Michael Mako, Boitshoko Kenosi, Innocent Gabaeme and Charles Gabaeme were charged with kidnapping Mohammed Dada and for demanding that Dada deposit US$200,000 and $100,000 into bank accounts in the United States and Britain.

Since the fateful incident the young Dada, who was kidnapped at the gates of his parent’s home as he got out of the car, enrolled for martial arts lessons. He is a black belt karateka today. On Saturday, Mohammed showered his parents with praises at the graduation ceremony,  saying the entire family has been very crucial to his success.  Mohammed said his parents, Feroza and Ebrahim have showed him “all the love” and have been supportive throughout his academic journey.

Editor's Comment
Congratulations Anicia Gaothuse!

The contest had 10 beautiful young girls as finalists and unfortunately only one could wear the crown.The judges picked Anicia Gaothuse. To all those who feel their contestant should have won ahead of Anicia for whatever reason, hardly; the judges found Anicia to be the best among the best, so desist from disrespecting our newly crowned queen on social media or anywhere else, for that matter! Each of the 10 beautiful young women had supporters...

Have a Story? Send Us a tip
arrow up