Bandits reportedly attack Kwara highway, abduct four travellers

There was pandemonium on Monday in Kwara as ‎suspected terrorists attacked the busy Isanlu–Isin–Omu Aran road in the state, kidnapping at least four travellers.

The incident was said to have occurred in the early hours of Monday, when armed men ambushed motorists along the highway, a key route linking communities in Kwara South to the state capital, Ilorin.

The assailants reportedly operated freely on the road, forcing vehicles to stop before whisking the passengers to an unknown location.


When contacted, the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said she is yet to be briefed.

“I’m not aware of this. I will find out and get back to you,” she said.

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