Crime
Kwara Police Expose Shocking Kidnapping Racket 11 Suspects Paraded, Including Self-Kidnapping Deception
Kwara Police Expose Shocking Kidnapping Racket 11 Suspects Paraded, Including Self-Kidnapping Deception....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
In a startling revelation, the Kwara State police command has unveiled the arrest of 11 suspects linked to a web of criminal activities, including kidnapping, armed robbery, and a bizarre case of self-kidnapping. The State Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, disclosed this unsettling development during a press conference held at the command’s headquarters in Ilorin on Thursday.
According to Olaiya, the command has intensified efforts to combat crime in the state, resulting in the apprehension of approximately 60 suspected kidnappers, including notable kingpins, over the past six months. Furthermore, the recent crackdown on criminal elements led to the arrest of 28 suspected cultists, who are currently detained at the Oke-Kura Correctional Center in Ilorin.
Among the paraded suspects were individuals allegedly involved in heinous acts such as kidnapping, armed robbery, attempted culpable homicide, and phone theft. The recovery of incriminating evidence, including firearms, ammunition, charms, and an international passport, underscores the gravity of their offenses.
One particularly disturbing case highlighted by Commissioner Olaiya involved the arrest of Isah Umaru for the alleged abduction of four victims. These victims, including Atilola Sarafa, Mrs. Afusat Lawal, Lawal Taofik, and Lawal Aliyu, were reportedly held captive by the perpetrators, who utilized Mr. Sarafa’s phone to demand ransom.
In a shocking twist, the police uncovered a case of self-kidnapping orchestrated by Wasiu Afolabi, who feigned abduction to extort money. Collaborating with Moshood Sulaiman, a point-of-sale operator, Afolabi concocted a ransom scheme amounting to N3 million, only to be exposed by diligent investigations led by the Kwara Command Anti-Kidnapping Squad.
Commissioner Olaiya reiterated the state police command’s unwavering commitment to combating crime and safeguarding the well-being of all residents. He urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to law enforcement agencies promptly.
The commissioner extended appreciation to Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq for his steadfast support and the Inspector General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for invaluable guidance in addressing crime in Kwara State. He also acknowledged the contributions of sister security agencies, the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, Kwara State Chapter, and Community Policing volunteers in fostering peace and harmony across the state.
Crime
THE ULTIMATE PUNISHMENT: Secret Police Reject Soft Sentence, Call For Execution Of Notorious Oyo Kidnappers!.
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Appeal Intent: The Department of State Services (DSS) announced plans to appeal the life sentences given to three men involved in the Oriire, Oyo State school abduction, as the agency feels the punishment does not fit the severity of the crimes.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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Call for Capital Punishment: The secret police argued that the beheading of two teachers by the associated terrorist group warrants the death penalty rather than life imprisonment.
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Convict Identities and Guilty Pleas: Justice Salim Ibrahim of the Federal High Court in Abuja sentenced Abdulrazak Umar, Yunusa Musa, and Shamsu Adamu Sani to life imprisonment after they pleaded guilty to terrorism charges under the 2022 Act, including membership in the Darul Salam/Ansaru network and concealing information.
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Specific Charges for Umar: Abdulrazak Umar also pleaded guilty to counts involving receiving training, passing instructions, and religious incitement, receiving additional life sentences for counts seven, nine, and ten.
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Broader Context: The DSS’s announcement follows a separate ruling where two senior Ansaru commanders, Mahmud Muhammad Usman and Mahmud al-Nigeri, were also sentenced to life imprisonment by a Federal High Court in Abuja.
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Three individuals involved in the abduction of students and teachers within Oyo State’s Oriire Local Government Area have been handed life sentences by a Federal High Court in Abuja.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Presided over by Justice Salem Ibrahim, the court convicted the defendants following their guilty pleas to charges brought by the Federal Government, which included withholding information regarding the masterminds behind the attack. Additionally, the accused admitted to being members of Darul Salam, an organization linked to the banned terrorist group Ansaru.
During the proceedings, two of the defendants—Abdulrazak Umar and Shamsudin Adamu—further confessed to utilizing a WhatsApp group named “The Oneness of Allah is the Foundation of Peace” to train and incite members toward acts of terrorism. Furthermore, Abdulrazak Umar pleaded guilty to a separate charge of conducting unauthorized illegal gold mining activities along streams in the Chaza area located within Niger State’s Suleja Local Government Area.
Crime
THE ULTIMATE RECKONING: Three Suspects Face Imminent Arraignment Over Shocking School Abductions!.
The Department of State Services (DSS) is scheduled to arraign three suspects before the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday, July 23, 2026, in connection with the Oriire school abductions.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
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The Defendants: The suspects are Abdulrazak Umar (aka Abu Khalifa or Abu Khalid), Yunusa Musa (aka Yunusa Bin Musa), and Shamsu Adamu Sani (aka Abu Itisar), all originating from Niger State.
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The Charges: They face a 10-count charge that includes kidnapping, withholding information regarding terrorist links, and utilizing messaging platforms to promote terrorist training.
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Legal Timeline: The Federal Government initially filed the charges on July 17, 2026, setting the stage for Thursday’s formal commencement of the criminal trial where the charges will be read and pleas entered.
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