Kwara Police Arrest Four Suspected Robbers, Recover Stolen Motorcycle, Hunt Gang Leader

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers and recovered a stolen motorcycle following a violent attack on two commuters in Ifelodun Local Government Area of the state.

According to the police, the incident occurred on June 4, 2026, at about 8:00 p.m. along the Ali Weree Camp axis when two commuters returning from a market were ambushed by a group of armed men wielding sticks and cutlasses. The attackers reportedly inflicted injuries on the victims before forcefully dispossessing them of their motorcycle and fleeing the scene.

The Police Command disclosed that upon receiving the report, its operatives immediately launched a coordinated operation in collaboration with personnel of the National Forest Security Service stationed in the area. The operation resulted in the recovery of the stolen motorcycle and the arrest of four suspects identified as Umaru Haruna, Habibu Kale, Kire Yelwa and Iliyasu Gambo.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspects allegedly acted together in carrying out the robbery. Further findings by investigators identified one suspect known simply as “Sumo” as the alleged leader of the gang. Police said he remains at large and is believed to be in possession of the group’s weapons.

The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, Ojo Adekimi, commended the swift response of security operatives and the collaboration between the Police and the National Forest Security Service, noting that the successful operation reflects ongoing efforts to strengthen intelligence-led policing and enhance public safety. He stated that the achievement aligns with the crime-fighting vision of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu.

The Police Command said tactical and intelligence-driven efforts have been intensified to apprehend the fleeing gang leader and recover any weapons in his possession. Investigations are ongoing, while the arrested suspects are expected to be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.