Kwara Government Vows Justice After Woman Lynched in Suspected Kidnap Case

Date: 2025-08-25

The Kwara State Government has pledged to ensure justice following the brutal killing of a woman who was lynched by a mob in Ilorin after being falsely accused of kidnapping.

The victim, identified as Khadijat from Ile Lase, Oke-Apomu area, was attacked at Ipata Market last week by residents who alleged her involvement in kidnap-related activities.

She was found in possession of four ATM cards, while her mobile phone was destroyed during the assault.

Despite police intervention, Khadijat was pronounced dead at General Hospital, Ilorin, from injuries sustained in the attack.

Spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident, stating that officers were deployed in an attempt to rescue her, but she succumbed to her injuries shortly after.

The Commissioner for Social Development, Hajia Mariam Nnafatima Imam, condemned the killing, describing the act of jungle justice as "barbaric and unacceptable."

She warned that the government would not tolerate any form of lawlessness that threatens peace and security in the state.

"Taking the law into one's hands is an incivility and will never be condoned. Members of the public are advised to report suspected individuals to the right authorities for investigation and prosecution within the ambit of the law," she said.

Meanwhile, the family of the deceased has cried out for justice.

In a viral video, her younger sister dismissed the kidnap allegation, insisting Khadijat had long battled serious health problems.

"She left behind children, and we all supported her. At times, she had to beg for money to eat. For decades, she struggled with ill-health, which also claimed our parents' lives," she said, weeping alongside other relatives.

They appealed to Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene and ensure the perpetrators are apprehended.

"She must not die in vain. Those behind this wicked act must face justice. We want justice for Khadijat," the grieving family insisted.

 

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