The Kwara State Police Command has officially refuted claims circulating on social media that its operatives apprehended Boko Haram suspects within Ilorin. In a statement issued by Police Public Relations Officer Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, the command labeled the reports as completely false and urged the public to disregard them.
According to the statement, the incident that sparked the rumors involved a routine stop of a truck carrying Fulani travelers by the Violent Crime Response Unit during a security patrol on Tuesday night. The officers conducted a thorough search and screening of the passengers and the vehicle as part of standard operational procedure.
“After exhaustive checks, no incriminating items, weapons, or security threats were found on any of the occupants,” Ejire-Adeyemi said. The travelers informed the police that they were en route to Jigawa State. Following documentation, they were allowed to proceed on their journey.
The police command warned residents to avoid spreading unverified information that could incite panic and tension within the community. It reiterated its commitment to maintaining law and order through intelligence-led operations.
In a separate development, the command announced the arrest of three individuals suspected of armed robbery and vandalism along the Asa Dam-Dangote Road area in Ilorin. The suspects are believed to be responsible for damaging government-installed solar lights and engaging in robbery activities in the vicinity.
Commissioner of Police Adekimi Ojo commended the officers for their swift action and assured the public that the command remains steadfast in its fight against crime across the state.