Kwara Police Command

05/10/2026

KWARA STATE POLICE COMMAND.

PRESS RELEASE.

KWARA POLICE SUSTAIN OPERATIONS, RECOVER TWO AK-47 RI**ES AND UNCOVER GUN-RUNNING LINK.

In line with the strategic policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, particularly the emphasis on proactive policing, intelligence-led operations and sustained efforts to prevent and disrupt criminal activities, Police operatives in Kwara State have intercepted a passenger vehicle in Ilorin, recovered two serviceable AK-47 ri**es, three magazines and 42 rounds of live am******on, and subsequently uncovered a suspected gun-running link in connection with the recovery.

The interception was made during a stop-and-search operation along the Alapa–Okolowo axis of Ilorin, where the fi****ms and am******on were recovered from a bag found inside a commercial vehicle.

The suspect Umaru M. 30yrs initially denied ownership of the bag containing the fi****ms, further investigation produced a significant breakthrough when he later admitted to his involvement in conveying the recovered fi****ms and am******on. He also provided information linking the weapons to another suspected member of a gun-running network, named Dan Yarubawa who allegedly gave him the fi****ms for onward delivery to another individual Dahiru outside Kwara State. Efforts have consequently been intensified to apprehend the other persons linked to the developing investigation and establish the full extent of the network.

The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP Ojo Adekimi, psc, mnips, reassured the people of Kwara State that the Command remains resolute in its commitment to protecting lives and property and will not relent in taking proactive measures to identify and disrupt threats to public safety. He called for continued support and timely sharing of credible information by members of the public, assuring that the Police will sustain its vigilance and operations across the State in keeping Kwara safe.

E-signed:
SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, anipr
Police Public Relations Officer.
For: The Commissioner of Police,
Kwara State Command.

5th October, 2026.

03/10/2026

23/09/2026

KWARA STATE POLICE COMMAND.
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‎PRESS RELEASE.
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‎KWARA POLICE DEBUNKS SHOOTING CLAIMS AT OYUN BRIDGE, CLARIFIES CIRCULATING VIDEOS.
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‎The Kwara State Police Command is aware of a video circulating on social media concerning an incident involving a Police officer and a motorcyclist around Oyun Bridge, Ilorin. The video has been accompanied by claims suggesting that the motorcyclist was shot by Police personnel. The Command considers it important to provide clarification on the circumstances surrounding the incident and reassure members of the public that no person was shot.
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‎The incident occurred while Police personnel were conducting routine patrol and stop-and-search duties around Oyun Bridge. Abdurasaq Lukman, aged 23, a motorcyclist on top speed, knocked down Corporal Saka Azeez, one of the officers on duty.
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‎The impact left the Corporal with serious head injuries and a fracture, while Abdurasaq Lukman also sustained minor injuries. Other officers at the scene immediately responded and conveyed both the injured officer and the motorcyclist to a medical facility for treatment.
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‎Abdurasaq Lukman was treated and discharged; He is presently in police custody aiding investigations, while
‎Corporal Saka Azeez remains under medical care and requires further medical examination and scans to ascertain the full extent of the head injury sustained.
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‎The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP OJO ADEKIMI, psc, mnips, has advised members of the public to exercise caution when sharing unverified information.
‎The Command appreciates the legitimate concerns of citizens regarding Police activities. Verifying information before circulation remains important to prevent unnecessary anxiety and misunderstanding.

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‎E- Signed
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‎SP ADETOUN EJIRE-ADEYEMI ANIPR
‎Police Public Relations Officer
‎For: Commissioner of Police
‎Kwara State Command
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‎23rd September, 2026.

16/09/2026

PRESS RELEASE.

CP OJO ADEKIMI, PSC, MNIPS, ON BEHALF OF IGP OLATUNJI RILWAN DISU, PSC(+), NPM, PRESENTS ₦10.6 MILLION CHEQUES TO 19 FAMILIES OF FALLEN POLICE OFFICERS.

The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP OJO ADEKIMI, psc, mnips, on Monday, 14th September 2026, on behalf of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, presented cheques worth Ten Million, Six Hundred and Thirteen Thousand, Seven Hundred and Eighty-Six Naira, Fifty Kobo (₦10,613,786.50) to nineteen (19) families of deceased police officers.

The presentation, held at the Kwara State Police Command Headquarters, Ilorin, underscores the continued commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to the welfare of families left behind by officers who died in service to the nation.

Presenting the cheques, CP Ojo Adekimi encouraged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the funds, particularly towards the welfare, education and future of their families. He noted that while no financial assistance can replace a loved one, the gesture demonstrates that the sacrifices of deceased officers and the welfare of their dependants remain important to the Nigeria Police Force.

The Commissioner of Police expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, psc(+), NPM, for sustaining welfare initiatives aimed at providing support and reassurance to the families of deceased personnel.

Speaking on behalf of the nineteen beneficiaries, Mr M.T Moshood expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police and the Nigeria Police Force for remembering and supporting the families. He described the intervention as a meaningful demonstration that the families of deceased officers are not forgotten.

The Kwara State Police Command reassures serving officers and their families that the Force remains committed to personnel welfare while honouring the sacrifices of those who gave their lives in service to the country.

SP ADETOUN EJIRE-ADEYEMI, anipr
Police Public Relations Officer,
For: The Commissioner of Police,
Kwara State Command.

15th September, 2026.

15/09/2026

PRESS RELEASE.

JOINT SECURITY OPERATION FOILS CATTLE RUSTLING IN KWARA, FOUR SUSPECTED BANDITS NEUTRALISED, 35 COWS RECOVERED.

Timely intelligence and coordinated security response have again proved decisive in frustrating criminal activity in Kwara State, as a joint security operation foiled a cattle-rustling attack in Lade, Patigi LGA; recovering thirty-five (35) stolen cows and a locally fabricated AK-47 r***e.
The operation followed credible information received on 11th September 2026 at about 10:00 p.m. that armed men had invaded the camp of one Alhaji (name withheld), fired sporadically and made away with about forty (40) cows.

Personnel of the Kwara State Police Command, Nigerian Army, Forest Guards and local vigilantes responded swiftly and extended the operation into the surrounding forest and identified escape routes. The armed suspects subsequently engaged the joint team in a gun battle, during which four (4) suspected members of the gang were neutralised, while others escaped into the forest with suspected gunshot wounds.
Thirty-five (35) of the rustled cows were recovered alongside the locally fabricated AK-47 r***e, while security operatives have intensified efforts to track the fleeing suspects and recover the remaining livestock.

The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP OJO ADEKIMI, psc, mnips, described the outcome as further evidence of what can be achieved when communities provide useful information and security agencies respond through effective collaboration.

He particularly commended the synergy among the Police, Nigerian Army, Forest Guards and local vigilantes, stressing that criminals often exploit difficult terrains and boundaries between communities, making intelligence sharing and coordinated operations essential to effective policing.

The CP assured residents, especially those in rural and farming communities, that the Command will continue to strengthen intelligence gathering and collaboration with other security agencies to protect lives, livelihoods and property.

E-Signed

SP ADETOUN EJIRE-ADEYEMI, anipr
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER,
FOR: THE COMMISSIONER OF POLICE,
KWARA STATE COMMAND.

14TH SEPTEMBER, 2026.