The Kwara State Police Command has stepped up operations across the state to tackle banditry and other violent crimes, while also convening a high level security meeting with other agencies to strengthen coordination.
The development was disclosed in a statement shared on April 9 2026, on the official page of the Command.
According to the statement, the renewed operations are part of intelligence-led strategies aimed at disrupting criminal networks and preventing security threats across the three senatorial districts.
The Command said suspected criminal hideouts and supply routes have been identified, with tactical teams deployed to deny criminal elements freedom of movement, especially in vulnerable areas and along state borders.
It added that stop-and-search operations, covert surveillance, and enhanced patrols are ongoing to curb the influx of bandits from neighbouring states.
“The Command has intensified intelligence-led and proactive security operations across the State to prevent and combat banditry and other violent crimes,” the statement read.
The police further noted that collaboration with other security agencies, including local vigilante groups and hunters, has been strengthened through joint operations and intelligence sharing.
In a related development, the Commissioner of Police Ojo Adekimi, also held a strategic security meeting in Ilorin with heads of security agencies in the state.
The meeting, held at the Command Headquarters focused on improving inter-agency coordination and reinforcing ongoing operations in line with directives from the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu.
Security chiefs at the meeting reaffirmed their commitment to tackling criminal activities and maintaining peace across the state.
“The meeting focused on strengthening inter-agency coordination and reinforcing ongoing operations to safeguard lives and property,” the statement added.
The police reassured residents of the Command’s commitment to ensuring safety, urging members of the public to remain vigilant and provide useful information to security agencies.
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