Tag: #KwaraPolice
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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 ALERT: POS OPERATORS TARGETED IN MULTI-MILLION NAIRA FRAUD
The Kwara State Police Command has warned POS operators to stay alert as fraud syndicates step up schemes involving huge cash transfers. According to police, scammers approach agents with requests to process millions—offering small commissions to make it look legit. But behind the scenes, the transactions are tied to organised financial crimes. The danger? Many…
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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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KWARA POLICE BOSS CELEBRATES WOMEN OFFICERS ON IWD 2026
The Commissioner of Police in Kwara State, CP Adekimi Ojo, has praised the dedication, courage, and professionalism of women officers as the world celebrates International Women’s Day 2026. In a goodwill message, the police chief congratulated female officers in the state command, as well as women and girls across society, noting that the day highlights…
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POLICE NAB 19 KIDNAP SUSPECTS, CULTISTS IN KWARA SECURITY SWEEP
A major security crackdown in Kwara has led to the arrest of 19 suspected kidnappers, cultists and armed crime suspects as police intensify operations to dismantle criminal networks across the state. The Kwara State Police Command said the suspects were picked up during intelligence-driven operations targeting kidnapping gangs, cult groups and illegal firearms possession. Commissioner…
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KWARA POLICE LOCKS DOWN FESTIVE SECURITY, BANS FIREWORKS & NIGHT OKADAS
Kwara State cops are rolling out heavy security blankets for Christmas and New Year, deploying extra personnel to markets, churches, parks and everywhere festive crowds gather to keep the peace rock-solid. CP Ojo Adekimi, via PPRO SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, promises joint surveillance and intel ops will crush any trouble before it starts—no fear this yuletide,…
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KWARA POLICE WARN AGAINST FAKE VIDEO CLAIMING ARREST OF ERUKU CHURCH ATTACKERS
The Kwara State Police Command has dismissed a circulating video falsely claiming that the gunmen behind the recent attack on church worshippers in Eruku, Ekiti Local Government Area, have been arrested. Police spokesperson SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi called the video misleading, warning it could cause unwarranted fear among residents. She clarified that no arrests have been…
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KWARA POLICE LAUNCHES INVESTIGATION INTO VIRAL EXTORTION VIDEO, PROMISES ACTION
The Kwara State Police Command has initiated a full investigation into a viral video showing police officers allegedly extorting money from motorists along the Osi-Eruku road in Ekiti Local Government Area. Commissioner of Police Adekimi Ojo has ordered an immediate and thorough probe, with promises that any officers found guilty will face disciplinary measures. The…
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KWARA POLICE CRACK DOWN HARD: 16 SUSPECTS NABBED, 50 AK-47 ROUNDS RECOVERED
Kwara State Police are making waves in their fight against crime! In a recent offensive, they arrested 16 suspects involved in kidnapping, armed robbery, homicide, child abuse, and drug trafficking, while seizing 50 live rounds of ammunition. Police Commissioner Adekimi Ojo highlighted the success came from solid intelligence and strong teamwork with other security forces.…
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KWARA POLICE CRACKDOWN: 16 SUSPECTS ARRESTED, 50 ROUNDS OF AMMUNITION SEIZED
Kwara State Police are cracking down hard! In a fresh offensive, they arrested 16 suspects linked to kidnapping, armed robbery, homicide, child abuse, and drug trafficking, while recovering 50 live AK-47 rounds. Police Commissioner Adekimi Ojo says their success stems from sharp intelligence and teamwork with other agencies, but he’s deeply worried about the rising…
