Police arrest suspect linked to bandit group in Kwara
The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a suspected bandit in Kaiama Local Government Area. According to a statement by SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the arrest was made during a coordinated patrol involving multiple security agencies. The suspect, Mallami Abubakar, is believed to have connections with organised criminal groups. The police have assured residents that investigations are ongoing and urged the public to provide timely information.
What happened
- The police arrested Mallami Abubakar, a 20-year-old male from Isanlu Dankuturu in Kogi State, during a joint patrol in Nanu, Kaiama Local Government Area, on April 1, 2026.
- Preliminary investigations revealed that the suspect was allegedly contacted on March 30, 2026, by a friend from Babana Village in Niger State, inviting him to join a group believed to be affiliated with ISWAP/Lakurawa.
- The police stated that the suspect is in custody and a full investigation is ongoing to determine the extent of his involvement and identify other individuals connected to the case.
- Commissioner of Police Adekimi Ojo urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies.
- The arrest follows heightened security concerns in Kaiama after a deadly attack in February, where over 200 residents were killed and at least 176 others abducted.
