The Kwara State Police Command has arrested six suspected kidnappers and recovered firearms during an intelligence-led operation in Baruten Local Government Area of the state.
This was disclosed in a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Adetoun Ejire Adeyemi, on Saturday in Ilorin.
According to the statement, a kidnapping case involving one Isaq J. from Boriya Village via Okuta was reported at about 12:30 on April 23, 2026.
“The Suspects Had Demanded A Ransom Of ₦50,000,000. Upon Receipt Of The Report, The Command Immediately Activated A Coordinated Manhunt, Mounting Sustained Operational Pressure On The Criminal Elements, Which Led To The Eventual Release Of The Victim.”
The police revealed that on April 30, 2026, at about 8:15 PM, one Mohammed Shede from Boriya Village was arrested in connection with the crime.
During interrogation, he reportedly confessed to providing useful information to members of the gang, identified as “Smalley” and “Borugujo,” which helped them track and abduct the victim at his farm.
Further investigations led to the arrest of additional suspects, including Abubakar Aliu, identified as the gang’s armourer, alongside Abu Sonkpia, Saliu Yakubu, and Sanni Sakariyau, all from the same village.
“The Suspects Confessed To Their Involvement In The Kidnapping As Well As An Armed Robbery Attack On One Muhammed Manu Of The Same Community,” The Spokesperson Added.
Items recovered from the suspects include two locally made rifles and six mobile phones.
The police stated that efforts are ongoing to arrest other fleeing members of the syndicate, including “Smalley” and “Borugujo,” as well as two other accomplices still at large.
The command also urged members of the public to continue providing credible information to support ongoing security operations.
