Police Confirm Two Killed, One Injured in Kwara Church Attack
The Kwara State Police Command on Tuesday confirmed that suspected bandits killed at least two people and injured one during attacks in Eruku, a border town in Ekiti Local Government Area.
A parish of the Christ Apostolic Church was among the sites targeted by the attackers.
The police said one worshipper was shot dead inside the church, while another victim’s body was later found in the bush.
State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi, confirmed the incident, stating, “The Kwara State Police Command confirms an attempted bandit attack in Eruku, which occurred at about 18:00 hours on 18th November, 2025. The DPO Eruku and his team, in collaboration with vigilantes, swiftly responded to the gunshots, forcing the hoodlums to flee into the bush.”
The police identified the victims as Mr Aderemi, who was killed inside the church, and Mr Tunde Asaba Ajayi, found dead in the bush.
A vigilante, Segun Alaja, sustained gunshot injuries and was taken to ECWA Hospital, Eruku, for treatment. CP Adekimi Ojo commended the quick response of police and vigilantes and assured that security agencies would not relent until the criminals were apprehended.
Earlier reports by OSUN DEFENDER indicated that the first attack occurred during a special church service, when gunmen opened fire on worshippers and abducted the pastor along with several congregants.
An eyewitness said, “The gunmen came into the church while people were gathered. They started shooting and three people died immediately. They later rounded up some worshippers, including the pastor, and marched them into the bush.”
The attackers also carried out a separate assault along the Ilorin–Kabba Road, forcing travellers to abandon their vehicles.
Despite interventions by vigilantes, local hunters, and police, bandits continue to exploit the border region.
Kwara State has seen a disturbing rise in banditry, killings, and kidnappings for ransom in recent months, with communities along state borders being most affected.
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