Three men have been arrested by the Kwara State Police Command over a wave of violent kidnappings and a recent killing in the Oro community, Irepodun Local Government Area.

The suspects — Mohammed Olaiya Dende, Mohammed Dende, and Somo Gida — were tracked down and arrested after credible intelligence and witness statements linked them to the crimes.

The nightmare began at the Yusuf Cashew Factory in Agbe-Ola, Oro, where gunmen stormed the facility and kidnapped three people. During the attack, a man identified as Olugbo Jamiu was shot and killed.

Just two days later, the same gang reportedly struck again — this time in the Oke-Erimi area of Oro — where three more people were abducted. These back-to-back incidents sparked fear and unrest in the quiet community.

On Tuesday, police spokesperson SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi confirmed the arrests. “You remember that those incidents raised concerns in the state, but yes, they have been arrested and are now facing prosecution,” she said.

Residents are hoping the arrests will help restore peace in the area and serve as a warning to others involved in criminal activities.

Stay tuned for updates as the case progresses.