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Suspected ISWAP Recruit Apprehended in Kwara
The Kwara State Police Command has detained a 20-year-old individual suspected of having ties to a bandit group. The arrest was made during a joint operation in the Kaiama Local Government Area.
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International
Casualties Reported Following Bus Bombing in Kwara
A bomb explosion involving a commercial bus near Woro Village in Kwara has reportedly resulted in multiple fatalities and severe injuries. The blast occurred on March 23, 2026, as the vehicle struck an explosive device.
Politics
6-Month-Old Baby Escapes as Bandits' IED Claims Driver's Life and Injures Woman in Kwara
A six-month-old infant survived after an improvised explosive device (IED) planted by suspected bandits detonated in Kwara State, resulting in the death of a commercial driver and serious injuries to a woman. The incident highlights ongoing security concerns in the region.
International
Kwara Community Hit by Devastating Explosion, Casualties Unknown
A bomb blast rocked the Woro area of Kaiama Local Government in Kwara State on Monday morning, leading to significant concerns over local security. Casualties are yet to be confirmed.
Politics
Worshippers Abducted by Gunmen During Church Service in Kwara
On Sunday, armed assailants targeted a church service in Kwara State, resulting in the abduction of eight worshippers. The attack occurred in the Evangelical Church Winning All located in the Omugo community.
Politics
Intensifying Contest for Kwara Governorship Ahead of 2027 Elections
As the 2027 general elections approach, the competition for the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship ticket in Kwara State is heating up. Various political aspirants are establishing their presence and mobilizing support as they prepare for the race.
Politics
Kwara NSCDC Mobilizes 2,350 Personnel for Sallah Celebration
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State has dispatched 2,350 officers to provide security during the Eid-el-Fitr celebrations. This initiative aims to safeguard residents and critical assets across all local government areas.
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Kwara: Blaze Damages Motor Park With 38 Vehicles
A fire incident early Saturday morning severely impacted a motor park in the Odo-Okun area of Ilorin, Kwara State, destroying two vehicles and threatening others. The Kwara State Fire Service responded quickly to contain the fire, preventing further damage.
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Kwara Customs Command Seizes Items Valued Over N478 Million, Including Explosive-Making Compressors
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Kwara Area Command has intercepted a significant haul of contraband, including 222 compressors believed to be used in the manufacture of explosives. The seizures, with a total Duty Paid Value of N478,171,315, also featured large quantities of foreign rice and petroleum products.
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Kwara Petrol Dealer's Wife and Son Escape From Kidnappers
The wife and son of a notable petrol dealer in Kwara State managed to escape their abductors over the weekend. The pair had been taken by suspected armed bandits in the Lafiagi Emirate but found their way back to safety shortly after their kidnapping.
Politics
Tragic Death of Kind-hearted Woman Allegedly Killed by Her Nephew in Kwara
Kola Qossim mourns Aishat Gobir, a former tenant and family friend, who tragically lost her life at the hands of her 15-year-old nephew in Kwara State. The shocking incident has raised concerns over familial violence and its underlying causes.
Politics
Terrorists Kidnap Housewife and Son in New Kwara Attack
A housewife and her son have been abducted by suspected terrorists in the Ndeji community of Kwara State, sparking fear among locals. This incident comes as vigilantes in another area successfully rescued three individuals during a separate attack.
Politics
Gunmen Kidnap Wife and Son of Fuel Vendor in Kwara
In a disturbing incident, armed bandits have taken the wife and son of Alhaji Abass, a well-known fuel distributor, in the Lafiagi Emirate of Kwara State. The abduction occurred in the early hours of March 7, 2026.
Politics
One Dead Following Cult Clash in Kwara Market
A violent altercation between suspected cult groups at the Ilorin Central Market in Kwara State resulted in the death of one individual on Friday. The clash caused widespread panic among traders and passersby in the busy marketplace.
Politics
Two Bandits Captured with Firearms and Tramadol in Kwara
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Kwara State apprehended two individuals suspected of banditry in Patigi Local Government Area. The suspects were found with a firearm and illicit substances during a covert operation.
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