Armed bandits have invaded Igbesi community in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State, abducting the traditional ruler and several residents.
The attack took place at about 11 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026, after the gunmen reportedly stormed the community in Oke-Onigbin town, Kwara South.
A local source said the attackers abducted the traditional ruler, Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I, the Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land, and took him to an undisclosed location.
Several other residents were also reportedly kidnapped during the attack.
The latest incident has intensified security concerns across Kwara State, following reports of multiple kidnapping incidents in different parts of the state within the past 24 hours.
The apparent coordinated pattern of attacks has renewed concerns over the capacity of criminal groups to operate across communities, particularly in rural areas.
Igbesi is a community located within Oke-Onigbin town in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State.
As of the time of filing this report, the exact number of people abducted remained unknown, while the whereabouts of the monarch and other victims were yet to be established.
Security agencies had yet to release an official statement on the incident as of press time.
