A notorious kidnap kingpin, Maidawa, has been eliminated along with several accomplices in a fierce gun battle with security forces in Isanlu, Isin Local Government Area, over the weekend.
According to security sources, intelligence obtained through intercepted communications by the Department of State Services (DSS) led to a sting operation that neutralised the gang along the Kwara-Kogi border.
The news of Maidawa’s death was reportedly conveyed to other members of the network by another wanted kidnapper, Baccujo, during his movements along the Igboro-Idofin Road. He was said to have informed associates based in Marabar Maigora, Sabuwa Local Government Area of Katsina State.
Authorities said the intensified crackdown on kidnapping syndicates followed fresh directives from the Kwara State Government to tackle rising cases of abduction targeting civilians.
Security operatives have vowed to sustain coordinated operations across Ekiti, Ifelodun, Isin, Edu, and Patigi Local Government Areas to dismantle criminal networks and restore safety in affected communities.
