Fully armed security operatives from the Kwara State Police Command, working with local vigilantes, on Thursday afternoon overpowered a gang of kidnappers in a gunfight in Adekanbi village, Moro Local Government Area.
One of the kidnappers was shot dead during the clash, while others escaped with gunshot injuries. An AK-49 rifle loaded with 32 rounds of live ammunition was recovered from the scene.
The gang was reportedly planning a kidnap operation when the police, acting on intelligence, swooped on them. The operation was carried out with the support of local vigilantes, resulting in a deadly exchange of gunfire.
Police Public Relations Officer Ejire Adetoun Adeyemi confirmed the development in a press statement issued Friday evening.
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She said in the statement,”Acting on actionable intelligence on 13th November, 2025 at about 1000hrs, Police operatives and vigilante members executed a rapid tactical deployment to Adekanbi village via Bode-Saadu, where armed bandits were sighted occupying a fortified hill-top.
“On arrival, the hostile elements initiated gunfire, prompting a swift and superior counter-engagement by the security team.
“The overwhelming response forced the criminals to abandon their position with suspected gunshot injuries. A post-operation sweep led to the recovery of a neutralized suspect, one AK49 rifle, and 32 rounds of live ammunition.”
Adetoun added in the statement that,”This successful operation underscores the Command’s enhanced kinetic capability and reinforced rapid-response strategy under the leadership of IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD., NPM.
“The Command assures the public of sustained offensive operations across all identified flashpoints to maintain safety and security statewide.”
Concluded the statement.
