Suspected ISWAP Recruit Arrested in Kwara State

On April 1, 2026, Mallami Abubakar, a suspected recruit for the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), was apprehended in Kwara State during a routine patrol by the police, National Forest Guard, and members of the Kaiama Vigilant Group. The operation was led by Kwara State Police Public Relations Officer, Adetoun Ejir Adeyemi.

Preliminary investigations indicated that Abubakar had contacted a friend on March 30, identified as Simpli, from Babi Baban Village in Borgu Local Government Area, Niger State. He was later invited to travel to Farinsuni in Baruten Local Government Area with the intent to join ISWAP.

Following his arrest, Adetoun Ejir Adeyemi confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody while further investigations are ongoing to determine the extent of his involvement and to track down individuals connected to the case. The police command has urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to security agencies.