Three were caught attempting to buy fuel in Lade, while four others, hiding in a bush in Dakani with weapons concealed in a sack, were also seized.

The suspects were handed over to Nigerian Army personnel in Patigi for investigation and further action. Authorities praised the residents’ bravery and cooperation in securing their communities.

The Kwara State Government reiterated its commitment to peace and security, highlighting intensified joint operations involving the Nigerian Army, police, and local vigilantes to protect lives and property across the state.