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Kwara CP blames surge in kidnapping on informants, youth’s recruitment
Stephen Olufemi Oni,Ilorin
The Kwara state Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, has revealed real reasons kidnappings and banditry have been booming in the state, blaming the surge on the involvements of informants, and recruitments of youths with mouthwatering inducements by the criminals to source for victims.
The Commissioner of Police, who disclosed this at a press conference in Ilorin on Friday evening, however, assured that the Command would not relent in its efforts to fight the menace to a standstill in the state.
He said: “About Kidnappers recruiting people, yes, definitely they entice them. They have cheap money to give. That’s what they do. They promise, they give, they entice them. We discover that most of the problems security agents have in Kwara State have to do with the fact that there are too many informants for the kidnappers.
“But we are not relenting on our efforts, we will fight them to a standstill, and I want to plead with everyone to be security conscious always and be ready to volunteer useful information to security agencies on criminal elements in their areas.”
The CP lamented that failure of the relations and families of the abducted people to inform the police of the developments had denied the police of using the same device to track kidnappers across the country.
He added that instead of informing the police of their dilemma for necessary actions, the relations and families of abducted victims would be sourcing for ransom money to pay the Kidnappers.
He said: “The problem is that, when your ward is in the hand of the kidnappers, the kidnappers will threaten you that if you tell police, they are going to kill the victim.
“So because of that, many people will not give police information. They prefer to secretly go and pay ransom without telling police, so that’s why we are encouraging people to speak out.”
He commended Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq for his untiring efforts to rid the state of banditry and kidnappings, stressing that he’s so concerned and he’s doing everything to ensure that the menace is nipped in the bud in the State.
Adekimi also said that six persons have been arrested in connection with the recentt banditry attacks on Oke-Ode community, where 12 persons and a village head were killed.
He added that a suspect, one Sanni Gbadamosi, who allegedly arranged the kidnap of his cousin,in Ajase-ipo was tracked by the police advanced digital and technical device to Kano where he was arrested.
He also disclosed of the arrest of a motorcycle mechanic, one Muhammadu Jalo, in Bode Sadu, who after a heated argument, severed the head of his customer with matchet, adding that he has confessed to the crime.
The CP also said that one Falade Ebenezer, aged 15, is now in police custody for alleged forceful carnal knowledge with a 10-year old girl, adding that the victim’s mother reported to the police that the suspect accosted her daughter (names withheld) who was returning from school, dragged her inside an uncompleted building and forcefully had carnal knowledge with her.
Adekimi said that the suspect has confessed to the crime and that he would be arraigned in court after the completion of police investigation.
He further said that residents who fled Oke-Ode, Babanla and other crisis-ridden communities have started returning home as a result of adequate security put in place by the government.
“Today, Friday is a market day in Okeode,and it was full.A whole brigade is on ground,so people have started returning to their homes.Everyone is now vigilant,I learnt someone was arrested in the market today because the people suspected his movements.”
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Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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JUST IN: After Primary Election Victory, Shehu Sani Visits Parents’ Graves to Offer Prayers and Express Gratitude to God
Following his victory in the party primary election, Senator Shehu Sani visited the graves of his parents to pray and give thanks to Almighty God.
The former senator described the visit as very important to him, noting that his parents played a significant role in his upbringing and in shaping his political life.
Shehu Sani prayed for Allah to forgive his parents and all deceased Muslims, while also reaffirming his commitment to continue serving the people with honesty and integrity after securing victory in the primaries.
The gesture has attracted attention from his supporters and social media users, many of whom praised his act of remembering his parents after a political success.
Inna Lillahi wa Inna Ilaihir-Raji’un.
The Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of , Hon. Inuwa Bwala, on behalf of the management and staff, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of veteran journalist and pioneer editor of the newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman.
Bwala also extended condolences to Suleiman’s family, associates and the Nigerian media industry, describing his passing as a monumental loss at a time his experience, courage and service to the nation were still greatly needed.
Suleiman reportedly died shortly before a scheduled surgery.
A pioneer editor of National Trail Newspaper, Abdulazeez Suleiman was regarded as a thoroughbred journalist with a remarkable talent for breaking exclusive stories and shaping public discourse through responsible journalism.
Throughout his distinguished career, he worked with notable media organisations, including National Trail Newspaper, Daily Trust, Summit and The Road. He earned widespread admiration for fearless reporting, ethical conduct and unwavering commitment to professionalism.
His writings and public interventions consistently reflected deep concern for justice, peace, accountability and national unity.
Beyond journalism, Suleiman was widely respected as a bridge-builder who strongly believed in dialogue, mutual understanding and peaceful coexistence among Nigeria’s diverse peoples. He remained steadfast in his conviction that truth and justice are essential pillars for national progress.
Though his voice has now gone silent, the values and ideals he stood for will continue to inspire generations. His legacy as a principled journalist, advocate and patriot will endure in the hearts of many whose lives he touched through his work and humanity.
The management and staff of National Trail Newspaper prayed Almighty Allah to forgive his shortcomings, grant him Aljannatul Firdaus and comfort his family, friends, colleagues and members of the in this moment of grief.
Rest in peace, Abdulazeez Suleiman. Your service and legacy will not be forgotten.
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