The sustained offensive of the Kwara State Police Command against kidnapping has recorded another significant breakthrough, as intelligence-led operations successfully penetrated the support structure of a kidnapping syndicate operating around Obudu/Woru axis of Ilorin East Local Government Area, culminating in the arrest of Muhamodu Sanni while allegedly attempting to cash out ransom proceeds linked to a recent abduction.

The breakthrough followed the activation of the Command's intelligence and tactical architecture after three persons were abducted during an armed invasion of Obudu Village on 28th July, 2026. Rather than limit operational efforts to the immediate scene of the attack, investigators widened the scope of investigation to the communication, logistics and financial channels sustaining the criminal operation.

This strategy yielded results when intelligence surrounding the ransom transaction was successfully exploited, leading operatives to Muhamodu Sanni, who was intercepted at a Point-of-Sale (POS) location while allegedly attempting to withdraw ransom proceeds connected with the abduction.

During interrogation, the suspect voluntarily cooperated with investigators and made useful disclosures concerning his role in the ransom collection process. He also provided information regarding other members of the syndicate, including two suspects identified as Aminu and Umar. The disclosures have further strengthened the intelligence picture of the network and provided additional operational leads that are being discreetly exploited.

ASA