The Kano State Police Command has apprehended two key suspects in connection with the violent attack on Nigerian musician Keshinro Ololade, known as Lil Kesh. Mathew Adewole, 25, and Mukhtar Muhammad, 31, were taken into custody on 11 September 2025 in Na’ibawa Quarters, Kano, after an intensive, intelligence‑driven operation that lasted several weeks.
According to SP Abdullahi Haruna, the Command’s spokesperson, Adewole confessed to leading the assault on Lil Kesh’s residence in Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos, on 19 August 2025. During the incident the artist suffered a severe neck wound, which police have described as an attempted murder. Investigations further revealed that Adewole forced Lil Kesh to transfer ₦2.12 million from his bank account to Muhammad’s account before fleeing the scene.
The successful arrests are attributed to the Command’s strengthened intelligence capabilities and collaborative efforts with the community, aligning with Inspector General of Police Kayode Egbetokun’s directive to enhance intelligence operations and curb violent crime. The suspects have been transferred to the Lagos State Police Command for additional investigation and prosecution.
Kano State Commissioner of Police CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori commended the operatives for their prompt response and thanked the public for their cooperation. This breakthrough underscores law‑enforcement agencies’ commitment to addressing violent crimes and ensuring public safety. With the suspects now in custody, the case will proceed to the next stage of investigation and prosecution, aiming to bring those responsible to justice and serve as a deterrent to potential perpetrators, promoting a safer environment for individuals, including public figures like Lil Kesh.
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