Again, terrorists abduct another Kwara monarch, demand N400m ransom

Metro Again, terrorists abduct another Kwara monarch, demand N400m ransom Published on April 20, 2026 By Matthew Atungwu googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1500386953281-8'); }); Terrorists have struck and kidnapped the traditional ruler of Olayinka community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba Salman Olátúnjí Aweda. The kidnappers are reportedly demanding a ransom of N400 million for his release. According to Vanguard, residents who witnessed the incident said the terrorists, numbering over 10, invaded the monarch’s residence around Saturday midnight, forced the door open, and abducted him alongside another person in the house. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('div-gpt-ad-1524595905268-5'); }); The assailants reportedly led both victims into the bush. Chairman of Ifelodun Local Government Area, Mr Abdulrasheed Femi Yusuf, visited the community on Saturday on a sympathy visit and assured residents that efforts were underway to secure the monarch’s release. “We are deeply concerned about this incident, and we are taking swift and decisive action in collaboration with security agencies,” he said. Don't Miss Ekiti police reacts as two students die during post-convocation party You may like Bandits abduct Kwara monarch in night raid Kwara PDP kicks as state govt moves to reopen alleged robbery case against Saraki, others Tension as gunmen abduct five in Kwara Russia, allies strategize ahead of UN Secretary-General election 2027: Ex-APC chairman, Bolarinwa declares for Kwara governorship poll Terrorists kill four soldiers, woman in fresh Borno attack

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