Two men have been arrested by the Kano State Police Command in connection with the violent attack on Nigerian singer Keshinro Ololade, better known as Lil Kesh.
The suspects, identified as 25-year-old Mathew Adewole of Na’ibawa Quarters and 31-year-old Mukhtar Muhammad of Unguwa Uku, were picked up by tactical operatives on September 11, 2025, following what police described as credible intelligence.
Spokesperson of the Command, SP Abdullahi Haruna, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday. According to him, “The Kano State Police Command has achieved a significant breakthrough in a recent case of armed robbery and attempted murder, thanks to robust intelligence and community collaboration.”
Haruna explained that Adewole confessed to attacking the rapper at his residence in Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos, on August 19, 2025. He was said to have inflicted a deep cut on the victim’s neck during the assault before coercing him to transfer ₦2.12 million to Muhammad’s account through his mobile phone.
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He added, “In line with the directives of IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, the Command has been working tirelessly to enhance its intelligence capabilities, leveraging community policing and strategic partnerships to stay ahead of criminal elements. The suspects have been handed over to the Lagos State Police Command for further investigation and prosecution.”
The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, praised the operatives for their diligence and also thanked members of the public for their cooperation. He assured residents of continued efforts to safeguard lives and property in the state.
The incident, which occurred about a month ago, left Lil Kesh with severe injuries. The matter is now under the Lagos State Police Command’s jurisdiction where prosecution is expected to commence.
