Reported by: Oahimire Omone Precious | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Kwara State Police Command, in collaboration with other security agencies and the Kwara State Polytechnic Security Unit, has arrested a suspected cultist and recovered a locally fabricated pistol during a coordinated intelligence-driven operation in Ilorin, marking another significant victory in the ongoing campaign to dismantle violent criminal networks in the state. The operation, which was carried out by Police operatives in partnership with sister security agencies, led to the arrest of Agboola Olamilekan, a suspected cultist who was found in possession of the locally fabricated firearm. The breakthrough forms part of the Command's sustained efforts to disrupt cult-related activities, curb the proliferation of illegal firearms, and deny criminal elements the opportunity to thrive within Kwara State.
The Commissioner of Police, Kwara State Command, CP Ojo Adekimi, reaffirmed the Command's unwavering commitment to sustaining the operational momentum against cultism and other violent crimes, noting that every successful operation represents another step towards dismantling criminal networks and enhancing public safety across the State through proactive and intelligence-led policing. The police spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the development in a statement issued on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, describing the operation as a testament to the effectiveness of inter-agency collaboration and community partnership in combating crime.
Investigation is ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the criminal network linked to the suspect. The Kwara State Police Command remains steadfast in advancing the policing vision of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Rilwan Disu, through intelligence-led policing, strategic partnerships, and sustained operations aimed at dismantling criminal groups and ensuring that those who threaten the peace and security of the State are brought to justice. The Command urged residents to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely, credible and actionable information to the Police, assuring them that every useful intelligence will be treated with utmost confidentiality and acted upon promptly.
The arrest comes amid a broader crackdown on cultism and the proliferation of illegal firearms in Kwara State, where security agencies have intensified operations to curb the activities of criminal elements. In recent months, the police have recorded several successes, including the arrest of suspected cultists, the recovery of firearms and the dismantling of criminal hideouts across the state. The collaborative nature of the Ilorin operation underscores the importance of strategic partnerships between security agencies and other stakeholders, including educational institutions, in the fight against crime. The Kwara State Police Command has assured the public that it will continue to intensify efforts to ensure the safety and security of all residents.
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