Four Killed, Two Injured in Ilorin Suspected Cult Attack, Police Arrest Two Suspects

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of two suspected cultists following a deadly shooting incident in Ilorin, the state capital, which claimed the lives of four persons and left two others injured.

According to a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the attack occurred at about 9:00 p.m. on Sunday in the Post Office area of Ilorin.

The police said a group of about five armed hoodlums reportedly stormed a bamboo shanty bar located along the railway corridor and opened fire on people gathered at the venue before fleeing the scene.

Police operatives were immediately mobilised following a distress call and evacuated the victims to the Police Clinic for emergency treatment. However, medical personnel later confirmed four of the victims dead, while two others are currently receiving treatment for gunshot injuries.

Preliminary investigations by the police indicate that the attack was cult-related. The Command disclosed that swift investigative efforts led to the arrest of two suspected members of a notorious cult group believed to be connected to the incident.

According to the statement, the suspects are currently in police custody and are providing useful information to investigators, which is expected to aid the identification and arrest of other members of the criminal gang involved in the attack.

The police further revealed that tactical, intelligence, and covert operatives have been deployed to track down all those linked to the crime, assuring residents that no effort will be spared in bringing the perpetrators to justice.

Reacting to the incident, the Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, CP Ojo Adekimi, strongly condemned the killings, describing the attack as a senseless act of violence and criminality.

The Commissioner stated that the Command views the incident as a serious threat to public peace and safety and remains committed to ensuring that all individuals responsible are apprehended and prosecuted in accordance with the law.

The police also extended condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured victims a speedy recovery.

Residents were urged to remain calm and support ongoing investigations by providing credible information that could assist security agencies in apprehending the fleeing suspects.

The Kwara State Police Command reassured members of the public that adequate measures are being put in place to prevent a recurrence of such violent incidents and maintain security across the state.