Kwara State Police Command has arrested a suspected member of a kidnapping syndicate, identified as Muhamodu Sanni, while allegedly attempting to withdraw ransom money at a Point-of-Sale (POS) terminal in Ilorin East Local Government Area.
Sanni was arrested around the Obudu/Woru axis of Ilorin East following an intelligence-led investigation into the abduction of three people during an armed attack on Obudu Village on July 28, 2026.
According to the police, investigators expanded their probe beyond the scene of the attack to examine the communication, logistics and financial channels allegedly used by the kidnappers.
The investigation eventually led officers to Sanni, who was reportedly intercepted at a POS terminal while attempting to cash out ransom proceeds connected to the abduction.
During interrogation, police said Sanni cooperated with investigators and provided information about the ransom collection process. He also reportedly identified two other suspects, Aminu and Umar, who are believed to be linked to the syndicate.
The police said the information provided by Sanni has strengthened their understanding of the group and generated further leads for ongoing operations.
The Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, assured residents that the command would continue to target criminal networks and disrupt their activities.
The police also urged members of the public to provide timely and credible information that could assist security agencies in preventing crime and apprehending suspects.
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