Kwara Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Suspects
The Kwara State Police Command has rescued an abducted victim, Sule Saidu, from his captors.
According to the police, Saidu was kidnapped by five armed men at Ahuro Fulani Camp in the Ifelodun Local Government Area on Friday.
Police spokesperson Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, in a statement, disclosed that the police arrested two key suspects and recovered firearms during the operation, which took place on Saturday.
The suspects were identified as Ibrahim Shehu, 40, and Mohammad Lawal, 25.
“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, and two were arrested: 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 statement said.
Kwara Police Rescue Kidnap Victim, Arrest Suspects is first published on The Whistler Newspaper
