Police arrest man over alleged attempt to buy rifle for N1.6m in Kwara
A suspected kidnapper, Sanda Aliyu, has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command for allegedly trying to buy an AK-47 rifle for N1.6 million. According to police, Aliyu was apprehended while negotiating the arms purchase with another suspect, Aliyu Mohammed, who is still at large. The police revealed that Aliyu admitted to the attempted transaction and said the weapon was intended to help him rise within his kidnapping gang. The command has assured residents of ongoing efforts to tackle criminal activities in the state.
What happened
- Sanda Aliyu was arrested by the Anti-Kidnapping Section on August 3, 2026, in Kaiama Local Government Area while attempting to purchase an AK-47 rifle.
- The police said N1.6 million had already been paid for the weapon, and Aliyu admitted his involvement during interrogation.
- Aliyu claimed the firearm was meant to help him become a ‘Boss’ in his gang and eventually form his own group.
- Investigators are working to identify others involved in the attempted arms transaction and to uncover the full extent of the criminal network.
- The Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, assured that intelligence-led operations will continue to ensure the safety of residents, with efforts ongoing to apprehend Aliyu Mohammed and other suspects.
