From Taiye Joseph, Ilorin
The Kwara State Police Command has apprehended a 46-year-old man, Isiaka Adeniyi, for allegedly attempting to use a 10-year-old boy, Akeem Nurudeen, for ritual purposes.
The incident occurred in the Abab Oke-Foma area of Ilorin, according to a statement by the command’s spokesperson, Ejire Adeyemi Toun recently.
According to the statement, the police had received a distress call reporting an attempted homicide on July 2, 2024, around 6:00 pm.
The Onidoko Police Post relayed that a young boy hawking pepper was lured into a room by Adeniyi under the pretense of buying pepper. Adeniyi allegedly covered the boy’s face with a cloth and attempted to slaughter him with a knife.
Vigilant community members intervened and saved the boy, subsequently apprehending Adeniyi and taking him to the police station. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), for further investigation.
Kwara State Commissioner of Police, Victor Olaiya, praised the community’s quick response in capturing the suspect and assured the public that the police would thoroughly investigate the incident to ensure justice is served.
He urged residents to remain calm and vigilant, emphasizing the commitment of the police to the safety and security of all residents in Kwara State.
