Kwara Police Clarify Incident Involving Motorcyclist Injuries

The Kwara State Police Command issued a statement denying that 23-year-old motorcyclist Abdurasaq Lukman was shot during an incident at Oyun Bridge, Ilorin. The police clarified that Lukman allegedly knocked down Corporal Saka Azeez while riding at high speed during a stop-and-search operation.

The collision resulted in serious head injuries and a fracture for Corporal Azeez, while Lukman sustained minor injuries. Both individuals were taken to a medical facility for treatment, with Lukman being treated and discharged but remaining in police custody for investigation purposes.

The police emphasized that no shots were fired during the incident, countering earlier reports circulated on social media. The Commissioner of Police, Ojo Adekimi, acknowledged public concerns regarding police activities and urged citizens to verify information before sharing it.