Police arrest suspected bandit in Kwara – Tribune Online

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old suspected male bandit, identified as Mallami Abubakar.

In a statement by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, she said that the suspect was arrested through a combined effort of police operatives, the National Forest Guards, and members of the Kaiama Vigilante Group (KVG).

The statement also noted that the arrest was part of ongoing efforts by the command to combat criminal activities within the area.

“On April 1, 2026, at about 08:00 hours, a joint patrol team comprising police operatives, the National Forest Guards, and members of the Kaiama Vigilante Group (KVG), while on routine patrol in Nanu, intercepted and arrested one Mallami Abubakar, a 20-year-old male from Isanlu Dankuturu in Kogi State.

Preliminary investigation and interrogation revealed that the suspect had allegedly been contacted on March 30, 2026, by a friend identified as ‘Babi’ (surname unknown) from Babana Village in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State.

“The individual reportedly invited him to travel to Farinsuni via Baruten Local Government Area with the intention of joining a group believed to be affiliated with ISWAP/Lakurawa before his arrest.

“The suspect is currently in police custody, and a full investigation is ongoing to ascertain the extent of his involvement and to apprehend other individuals connected to the case.

“CP Ojo Adekimi, psc, mnips, the Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, reiterates his commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.

“Members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest security agency.”