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Security Crackdown in Kwara State: Over 20 Gunrunners Arrested, 400 Operatives Deployed

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A renewed security operation has led to the arrest of over 20 individuals suspected to be involved in gunrunning, along with their logistics suppliers, in Ifelodun local government area of Kwara State. The crackdown, involving nearly 400 special security operatives, was initiated by the state government and the Office of the National Security Adviser. The operation aims to tighten security in Ifelodun, Ekiti, Edu, Patigi, and other border communities where security breaches have been observed. The suspects are providing valuable information, and some have been arrested with ammunition and supplies meant for criminals.

Key Takeaways:

  • The security operation involves nearly 400 special security operatives from the state government and the Office of the National Security Adviser.
  • Over 20 individuals suspected of gunrunning and their logistics suppliers have been arrested in Ifelodun local government area.
  • The suspects are providing useful information, and 10 have been moved to Abuja for further interrogation, along with ammunition in their possession.
  • The operation has led to the unconditional release of many captives in the area following mounting pressure on the criminals.
  • A strategic partnership has been forged with security forces in neighbouring Kogi and Niger States to prevent criminals from escaping.
  • The operation aims to lock down Ifelodun, Edu, and Patigi local government areas, while border communities around Niger are being monitored.

Statistics:

  • Nearly 400 special security operatives are involved in the security operation.
  • Over 20 individuals have been arrested in connection with gunrunning and logistics supplies.
  • 10 suspects have been moved to Abuja for further interrogation.
  • The operation has led to the release of many captives in the area.
  • The crackdown targets Ifelodun, Ekiti, Edu, Patigi, and other nearby communities.

Sources:

  • A credible government source under anonymity stated, "We are to have these local governments on a lockdown."
  • Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has assured the public that he will smoke out criminals from forests where they may be hiding.
  • The Office of the National Security Adviser is involved in the security operation.

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