Police Arrest Four Over Killing Of Chief Imam In Kwara Village

The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of four suspects linked to the killing of the Chief Imam of Sokunkpan village in Tsaragi, Edu Local Government Area of the state.

The incident reportedly occurred on November 4, 2025, around 9:30 p.m.

In a statement issued on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, said the attack followed the death of a 25-year-old man, Ibrahim Gana, who had been hospitalised in the area.

According to the police, after Gana’s passing, his brothers, Mohammed Shaba and Mahmud Gana, accused the village’s Chief Imam, Alhaji Abdullahi Audu, of being responsible for his death.

“In an act of mob violence, the suspects mobilised several other individuals and attacked the Chief Imam with offensive weapons, leading to his death,” Ejire-Adeyemi stated.

Police operatives reportedly intervened swiftly, arresting four suspects, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend others involved.

“Four suspects have been arrested, and the command has commenced a full investigation into the incident. We assure the public that justice will be served,” the police spokesperson added.

Kwara State Commissioner of Police, CP Adekimi Ojo, condemned the act of jungle justice, warning residents against taking the law into their own hands.

“No one has the right to take another person’s life under any guise. Resorting to mob action only creates more tragedy and chaos,” Ojo said.

He reiterated that such acts are criminal and punishable under Nigerian law, assuring that the perpetrators will face the full weight of justice.

The CP further urged residents to remain calm and assist the police with information that could aid the ongoing investigation.

“The Kwara State Police Command under my leadership will continue to uphold professionalism, integrity, and accountability in all its operations,” he affirmed.