Police arrest kidnap suspect over alleged arms deal in Kwara
A suspected kidnap gang member, Sanda Aliyu, has been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command for allegedly planning to buy an AK-47 rifle for N1.6 million. The arrest took place in Kaiama Local Government Area after police received intelligence about the transaction. Aliyu reportedly admitted to his involvement and revealed that the firearm was intended to help him become a leader within his gang. The police are continuing their investigation to identify others involved in the attempted arms purchase.
What happened
- Sanda Aliyu was arrested by the Anti-Kidnapping Section on August 3, 2026, during an alleged attempt to procure an AK-47 rifle.
- The police acted on intelligence that Aliyu was negotiating with one Aliyu Mohammed, who remains at large.
- During interrogation, Aliyu admitted that N1.6 million had already been paid for the weapon.
- The suspect claimed he wanted the firearm to rise to the position of 'Boss' in his current kidnapping gang and later form his own group.
- The police are investigating further to uncover other individuals linked to the transaction and the wider criminal network.
