BREAKING: Terrorists Invade Kwara Community, Kill Vigilante Commander, Shoot Local Chief Security While Attempting To Take Over Police Station

Ilorin,  Kwara State– Suspected terrorists believed to be kidnappers on Wednesday evening launched a violent attack on Oro-Ago community in Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, killing a vigilante commander and shooting the town’s chief security officer, popularly known as the Olu-òde, in a brazen attempt to invade the local police station.

Sources in the community told Afrika Eyes that the attackers stormed the town on Wednesday evening and began shooting sporadically, causing panic among residents as they attempted to overrun the police facility in the area.

Afrika Eyes gathered that the armed men, suspected to be bandits who have been operating in several parts of the region, killed the commander of the local vigilante group during the attack.

The town’s chief security officer, identified as the Olu-òde and known as Odeyemi, was also shot during the confrontation.

A source familiar with the incident told Afrika Eyes that the attackers appeared determined to seize control of the Oro-Ago police station but encountered resistance from local security operatives and vigilante members.

“They wanted to invade the Oro-Ago police station and they are currently operating in the town,” the source said.

“They killed the commander of the vigilante group and also shot the local chief security of the town, the Olu-òde, who has been identified as Odeyemi.”

The source further disclosed that the bandits had been carrying out the attack for over an hour as of the time of filing this report, with residents hiding in their homes amid the sound of gunshots.

“The bandits have been operating for the past one hour and they are still there as I’m speaking with you,” the source added.

The attack has thrown the community into chaos, with residents reportedly fleeing their homes to safer areas while others remain trapped indoors.

As of the time of this report, it was not immediately clear whether security forces had been deployed to repel the attackers or if there were additional casualties.

Kwara State authorities and the police have yet to issue an official statement regarding the attack.

However, residents fear the situation could escalate if urgent security intervention is not provided.

Oro-Ago, a community in Ifelodun Local Government Area, has in recent times faced increasing security challenges, including reports of kidnapping and armed banditry, raising concerns among residents about the safety of lives and property in the area.

Afrika Eyes had earlier reported that security agencies in Kwara State were placed on high alert following intelligence indicating that suspected terrorists are planning coordinated attacks on three local government areas in the Kwara South Senatorial District.

The planned attacks are believed to target Ifelodun, Irepodun, and Isin Local Government Areas of the state, with the suspected terrorists reportedly preparing to strike simultaneously on March 23 and March 28, 2026.

It was gathered that security operatives across the affected areas had been alerted and precautionary measures are currently being intensified to prevent any potential assault on communities within the three local governments.

The alert was contained in a statement issued last week Saturday by Elder Oyin-Zubair, who urged residents to remain vigilant and cooperate with security agencies by reporting suspicious activities in their communities.

According to the statement, relevant authorities including the Kwara State Police Command, the chairmen of Ifelodun, Irepodun and Isin Local Government Areas, as well as other security agencies, have been formally notified about the looming threat.

The statement read: “In view of the speculative bandits attacks on March 23, 2026 and March 28th, authorities including Kwara State Police Command, Chairmen of Ifelodun, Irepodun, and Isin LGAs, and other security agencies have been notified and are taking necessary precautions to protect citizens.

“We urge everyone to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

“Your safety is our priority. Let’s work together to keep our communities safe. Stay safe, stay alert.”