On Thursday, June 5, 2025, a tragic incident occurred at a mining site in Oreke-Oke-Igbo, Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara State, where two mobile police officers were killed, and both a Chinese national and a Nigerian were abducted by unidentified gunmen.
According to reports, the assailants, dressed in military camouflage, launched a surprise attack on the mining site, targeting the security personnel and workers present. The gunmen overpowered the guards, resulting in the deaths of two police officers. Subsequently, they abducted a Chinese expatriate and a Nigerian worker before fleeing the scene.
The Kwara State Police Command has confirmed the incident and stated that investigations are ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators and rescue the abducted individuals. Security agencies have been deployed to the area, and efforts are being intensified to enhance surveillance and prevent further occurrences.
This attack underscores the growing security challenges in the region, particularly concerning the safety of expatriates and local workers in mining sites. The state government and security agencies are urged to take decisive actions to address the rising insecurity and protect lives and properties.
Source daily Nigeria +1.
