Bandits Attack Mobile Police Camp, Kill 3 Policemen In Kwara

Gunmen suspected to be bandits yesterday attacked the Police Mobile Force camp in Tenebo, Kaiama local government area of Kwara State.

They killed three mobile policemen and injured two others during the attack around 12: 30 am. The state commissioner of police, Adekimi Ojo, in a statement, confirmed the incident.

The police said, “The commissioner of police, Kwara State command, CP Ojo Adekimi,  has received with profound shock and deep sorrow the report of a deadly attack on the PMF Camp at Tenebo Village, Kaiama LGA, which occurred in the early hours of today, 2nd May, 2026.

“This heinous and cowardly act, which claimed the lives of three gallant police officers and left several others critically injured, is strongly condemned in its entirety.”

The fallen officers paid the ultimate price in the line of duty, bravely standing to defend the safety and security of our communities. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten.

“The command extends its heartfelt condolences to the families, friends, and colleagues of the deceased officers during this moment of immense grief. We also pray for the swift recovery of the injured personnel currently receiving treatment. No words can fully capture the pain of this loss, but the command stands firmly with the bereaved families and assures them of our unwavering support.”

Adekimi vowed that the command would deploy all available operational, intelligence and tactical resources to ensure that the perpetrators of the attack are tracked down and brought to justice.