Radio Kwara

17/07/2025

17/07/2025

*Calm restored in Edu, Patigi as top criminal Tambaya, other masterminds arrested in new security raids*

• _several criminals killed in face-off with security forces_

The ongoing offensive against criminal elements in the state has resulted in another mass arrest of several outlaws who were involved in recent security breaches in Edu and Patigi Local Government Areas of the state.

A government official said more than 15 criminals, including an outlaw named Tambaya, have been arrested in the new security clampdown in the area.

“Tambaya was the major mastermind of the recent attack on security forces and vigilante in Gada, Lafiagi. Tambaya and eight others were arrested in one encounter with the security forces, while several of his gang members were eliminated,” the official said.

“During the operation, we rescued two victims of their criminality and recovered N11m, which is apparently proceeds of crime.”

The crackdowns on the criminals were at the instance of the state government in partnership with the Office of the National Security Adviser, state security commanders, and local vigilante.

17/07/2025

Gbagede Oro with Ibrahim Solihu
Guest Prince John Olumuyiwa Falade,
Director, Kwara State Fire Service, Represented by Head of Media and Publicity.

17/07/2025

Ororee pelu John Adewoye ati Joel Adegboyega

16/07/2025

Gov Abdulrazaq congratulates AGF Fagbemi SAN on birth anniversary

Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq heartily congratulates Hon. Attorney General of the Federation (AGF) and Minister of Justice Prince Lateef Fagbemi SAN on his birth anniversary today, July 16, 2025.

Governor AbdulRazaq commends the learned silk for his huge contributions to the legal profession in Nigeria over the years as well as his love for charity and community development.

The Governor also thanks the AGF for his support for the APC administration in the state, his focused efforts on law reforms, and his immense commitment to the success of the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu.

He prays to Allaah to grant the senior lawyer good health, long life, and more accomplishments.

Rafiu Ajakaye
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor
July 16, 2025