Tag: #Ilorin
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BANDITS STORM KWARA POLICE CAMP, KILL 3 OFFICERS
Ilorin, May 2, 2026 — Gunmen suspected to be bandits attacked a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Tenebo village, Kaiama LGA of Kwara, killing three officers and injuring several others. The attack, which happened in the early hours, was described by the state Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, as “heinous and cowardly.” He praised…
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HI-TECH POLICING NABS CAR THIEVES IN ILORIN
Ilorin, April 30, 2026 — The Kwara State Police Command has recovered a stolen Toyota Matrix using advanced tracking and remote immobilisation technology. The car was stolen at Mandate Market but quickly traced after officers activated its digital tracking system. The signal led police to the Jebba Expressway, where the vehicle was found abandoned. Suspects…
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POLICE CRACK CULT ROBBERY GANG IN ILORIN, GUN RECOVERED
The Kwara State Police Command has busted a cult-linked robbery ring in Ilorin, arresting two suspects and recovering a firearm. The suspects—Abdulazeez Isiaq aka “Pumpin” and Rilwan Mohammed—were picked up after a robbery at Kabba Kajola Junction in the Amoyo area. Police say victims were dragged into an uncompleted building used as a hideout, threatened,…
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MIDNIGHT ABDUCTION IN KWARA: POLICE RESCUE MONARCH’S BROTHER, NAB 42 SUSPECTED ILLEGAL MINERS
The Kwara State Police Command has rescued the brother of a traditional ruler following a late-night abduction in Ifelodun LGA, while arresting 42 suspected illegal miners linked to the incident. Armed men reportedly stormed the Olayinka community around 1am, abducting the monarch, Salman Ayanda, his brother, and another individual. Confirming the operation, Commissioner of Police…
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DRUG RUN BLOCKED! ILORIN PRISON SECURITY SHUTS DOWN SNEAKY SMUGGLING PLOT
It was meant to be a quiet drop-off—but sharp-eyed officers turned it into a quick bust.Security at the Ilorin Custodial Centre came through strong after foiling an attempt to sneak suspected hard drugs into the facility proof that not every “inside job” goes as planned.The drama unfolded during routine screening when a visitor allegedly tried…
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PALM SUNDAY PROCESSION FILLS ILORIN STREETS AMID SECURITY, ECONOMIC WORRIES
Colourful celebration turns into a call for safety, unity and relief from hardship. Christians across Ilorin marked Palm Sunday with vibrant street processions that doubled as a strong message to government over insecurity and rising living costs. Worshippers from different denominations gathered at Saint Barnabas Cathedral before marching through major city routes, while another group…
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NEW HEALTH PROFESSIONALS JOIN FRONTLINE CARE
Fresh talent enters Nigeria’s healthcare system as 53 KWASU graduates earn their licence to practice—ready to make impact where it matters most. Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has added 53 newly qualified medical laboratory scientists to Nigeria’s health workforce after their official induction into the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria. The induction, held during…
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SAN CALLS FOR UNITED ACTION AGAINST SOCIAL VICES
A Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Yusuf Olaolu Ali, has urged Nigerians to join forces in tackling rising social vices, especially among youths. Speaking at a Ramadan lecture in Ilorin organised by the Knowledge Is Light Islamic Foundation, Ali stressed the need for impactful programmes that can steer young people away from crime and negative influences.…
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KWARA COURT SENTENCES TWO MEN TO DEATH FOR KIDNAPPING, ARMED ROBBERY
Convicts also receive life imprisonment and additional jail terms for related offences. The Kwara State High Court in Ilorin has sentenced Abubakar Sodiki and Abubakar Mohammed to death by hanging after finding them guilty of criminal conspiracy, armed robbery, kidnapping, and illegal possession of firearms. Delivering judgment, Justice Ahmed Gegele said the prosecution had proven…
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NSCDC KWARA CRACKS DOWN: STOP TRASHING FIBRE-OPTIC CABLES!
Picture this: Your bank’s app crashes, emergency calls fail, and internet goes dark—all because a road crew dug without checking underground lines. That’s the chaos NSCDC Kwara is vowing to end, with a stern warning to construction firms and diggers across the state. State Commandant CC Bala Bawa Bodinga dropped the hammer during a briefing…
