The Kwara State Police Command has announced the arrest of 16 suspects linked to various criminal offences, including kidnapping, homicide, child defilement, armed trafficking, drug peddling, and theft, in a series of coordinated intelligence-led operations across the state.
Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, PSC, MNIPS, disclosed this during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Ilorin, emphasizing the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property through credible intelligence, proactive policing, and inter-agency collaboration.
According to CP Ojo, the latest operations resulted in the recovery of 50 live rounds of AK-47 ammunition, a stolen tricycle, and 48 rustled cattle, among other exhibits.
Key Arrests and Recoveries according to the commissioner of police includes:
Culpable Homicide in Bode-Saadu
Police operatives apprehended one Mohammadu Jalo, who allegedly beheaded a motorcycle mechanic during a heated argument over an unfinished repair. The suspect has confessed and will be charged to court.
Kidnapping and Aiding Criminals in Ajase-Ipo
A suspect, Sanni Gbadamosi, was arrested for aiding a kidnapping syndicate and found in possession of the phone used to demand ransom from the family of a missing farmer. Investigations are ongoing to rescue the victim and track the syndicate.
Illegal Possession of Ammunition and Kidnapping Link
Security patrols intercepted Muhammadu Bello along Tsaragi Road with 50 live AK-47 rounds and an unregistered motorcycle. Police investigations linked him to arms trafficking and kidnapping operations across the state.
Child Sexual Abuse in Ilorin
A 15-year-old suspect, Falade Ebenezer, was arrested for allegedly assaulting a 10-year-old girl in an uncompleted building. He has confessed and will be arraigned in court.
Kidnapping and Cattle Rustling in Igbaja
Police arrested Saleh Ibrahim, linked to the abduction of a woman and the theft of 48 cattle. The victim was rescued unharmed after the suspects abandoned her during a police chase.
Defilement of a 5-Year-Old Girl
In Adewole, a 17-year-old, Ridwan Oseni, was arrested for defiling a five-year-old child he lured into his room. The suspect confessed and is awaiting prosecution.
Attempted Kidnapping and Criminal Conspiracy
Three suspects, Abubakar Yusuf (20), Tukur Yahaya (22), and Kabiru Muhammed (22) were arrested at Iponrin-Maraffa for plotting to kidnap a businesswoman. They confessed to belonging to a larger gang still at large.
Possession of Hard Drugs and Conspiracy
Police intercepted a Toyota Corolla along Oke-Ode carrying four suspects, Abdullahi Monsuru, Mohammed Waziri, Ukasha Suleiman, and Naziri Tukuru with packs of Tramadol, Benzhexol, and Daizepham tablets. Investigations revealed a network supplying illicit drugs to bandits.
.Recovery of Stolen Tricycle
Two suspects, Olarewaju Yusuf and Abdulganiyu Oyelade, were arrested for conspiracy and receiving stolen property after a tricycle reported missing in Erin-Ile was traced to them. The principal suspect, Abdulakeem a.k.a. Mallam, is still at large.
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CP Ojo commended the dedication of police operatives and local vigilantes for their collaboration in curbing crime, stating that “these achievements reflect our zero-tolerance stance against all forms of criminality and our resolve to make Kwara a safe haven for all.”
He urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through the Command’s communication channels, assuring that all suspects will be prosecuted upon conclusion of investigations.
The Police Command called for continued collaboration from residents in intelligence sharing, stressing that community partnership remains vital to defeating insecurity.
“We appeal to all law-abiding citizens to remain alert and report any suspicious movements to the nearest police station,”
“We will not relent in dismantling criminal networks that threaten peace and public safety. Together, we can make Kwara safer,”
CP Ojo concluded.
