
KWARA KIDNAP VICTIM LIBERATED, TWO SUSPECTS ARRESTED
The Kwara State Police Command confirmed the safe recovery of a victim, Sule Saidu, who was reportedly abducted from Ahuro Fulani Camp in the Ifelodun Local Government Area on Friday.
According to Police Public Relations Officer Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi in a press briefing on Monday, a swift operation conducted on Saturday led to the arrest of two primary suspects and the recovery of firearms.
She added that Saidu was taken by five armed men around 11 pm on Friday.
“On March 1, 2025, at about 07:06 hours, the command received an intelligence report on the abduction of Sule Saidu, ‘M’, of Ahuro Fulani Camp which occurred on February 28, 2025, at about 22:00 hours by five armed men. A joint security team, including police detectives, hunters, and vigilantes, launched a rescue operation.
“The gang was intercepted along the Babanla/Oreke area, where they engaged operatives in a gun duel. One abductor was neutralised, two were arrested, named Ibrahim Shehu 40 years old and Mohammad Lawal, 25 years old, while the remaining two escaped with gunshot wounds.
“One AK-47 rifle and criminal charms were recovered. The injured suspects, who were later apprehended succumbed to their injuries en route to the hospital.
“The Kwara State Police Command commends the bravery and swift response of its officers, as well as the dedication of the local hunters and vigilante group who played a crucial role in the operation. Their collective efforts continue to enhance security and ensure the safety of residents”, the police said in the statement.
The CP encouraged citizens to stay alert and report any suspicious behavior.
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