Gunmen abduct 25 people in twin attacks in Nigeria's Kwara state, police say
Gunmen in Nigeria's Kwara state abducted 25 people in two separate attacks over the weekend. The assaults targeted a police station and a prayer gathering, resulting in multiple casualties and significant property damage. Authorities have launched a joint operation to rescue the victims and apprehend the attackers.
- ▪Gunmen attacked a police station and a traditional ruler’s palace, abducting at least 10 people.
- ▪A second attack targeted a prayer gathering, resulting in three deaths and the abduction of 15 others.
- ▪Security forces have initiated a search operation involving military and local vigilantes to locate the victims.
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Gunmen abduct 25 people in twin attacks in Nigeria's Kwara state, police saySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 25, 2026, 11:33 PMUpdated May 25, 2026, 11:33 PMABUJA, May 25 - Suspected bandits attacked a police station and a traditional ruler’s palace in Nigeria’s Kwara state early on Sunday, abducting at least 10 people and setting part of the palace on fire, police said on Monday.Kwara, in Nigeria’s north-central region, has in recent years faced a spillover of violent attacks linked to armed groups often referred to locally as bandits, who operate across forested border regions and are known for kidnappings for ransom.The attackers struck around 2 a.m.
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