Kwara Monarch, Six Others £scape From Bandits’ Den

Kwara Monarch, Six Others Escape From Bandits’ Den

In a dramatic turn of events, the abducted traditional ruler, Ojibara of Bayagan in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, Alhaji Kamilu Salami, alongside six other captives, has successfully escaped from the grip of their abductors.

Vanguard reports that the victims regained their freedom on Sunday evening after days in captivity, bringing relief to families, community members, and the Kwara State traditional council.

According to reliable sources, the monarch and the other hostages took advantage of a moment of vulnerability within the bandits’ camp, navigating through thick bushes and rough terrain to secure their escape. Details of the escape remain sketchy, but sources say it was a combination of courage, quick thinking, and divine intervention.

The news of their escape has sparked widespread jubilation in Bayagan community and across Kwara State, where tension had risen sharply since the monarch’s abduction. Community leaders described the escape as “nothing short of miraculous”, expressing gratitude that no life was lost during the ordeal.

Security operatives are reported to be combing the area in search of the fleeing bandits while also working to ensure that the victims receive immediate medical attention and debriefing.

The Kwara State Government is yet to issue an official statement, but security sources confirm that efforts are underway to tighten surveillance and prevent further attacks in the region.

The incident adds to the growing concerns over rising cases of banditry in parts of Nigeria, particularly the North-Central region, where traditional rulers have increasingly become targets of abductions.

More details are expected as authorities continue investigations.