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Police rescue kidnap victim, arrest two suspects in Kwara

The command described this as another operational success in its sustained onslaught against criminal elements in the state.

• October 30, 2025
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The Kwara State Police Command has rescued one kidnap victim and arrested two suspects in a raid at Omu-Aran Forest in the state.

This is contained in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, on  Thursday in Ilorin.

The command described this as another operational success in its sustained onslaught against criminal elements in the state.

“Acting on credible intelligence, a combined team of police operatives and vigilante group rescued one Haruna Ahamadu unhurt from kidnappers’ den in Omu-Aran forest.

“Two suspects, Ayisa Ibrahim and Yakubu Hassan, are currently in custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang.

‎”The Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, commended the professionalism and dedication of the officers involved,” Ms Ejire-Adeyemi stated.

Mr Ojo assured members of the public that the command remained fully committed to dismantling criminal networks and ensuring the safety of all residents.

He reiterated that investigations were progressing steadily with promising leads already being pursued.

‎”The command acknowledges the purposeful leadership and strategic direction of the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, whose policing vision continues to strengthen operational efficiency and inspire proactive crime-fighting efforts nationwide,” Mr Ojo said. 

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