Two key suspects have been arrested by operatives of Kano police in connection with the attack on Nigerian singer Keshinro Ololade, popularly known as Lil Kesh.
In their alleged attempt to kill the musician at his Lagos home, the suspects—Mukhtar Muhammad and Mathew Adewole—allegedly severely cut the singer’s neck.
SP Abdullahi Haruna, the spokesperson for the Command, stated that after intelligence was gathered, the suspects were taken into custody at the Na’ibawa Quarters in Kano.
SP Haruna said upon arrest, the suspect, Mathew Adewole, confessed to attacking Lil Kesh, forcing him, and transferring N2,120,000 from his account via his mobile phone to Mukhtar Muhammad’s account a month ago.
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 its robust intelligence and community collaboration.
“On September 11, 2025, the Command’s Tactical Operatives, while acting on intelligence, arrested two suspects in connection with the case at Na’ibawa Quarters, Kano, namely Mathew Adewole ‘m’ (25) of Naibawa Quarters, Kano, and Mukhtar Muhammad ‘m’ (31) of Unguwa Uku Quarters, Kano.
“Mathew Adewole confessed to attacking Lil-Kesh, a resident of Bera Estate, Chevron, Lagos State, on August 19, 2025, causing serious injuries, including a deep cut on the victim’s neck, in a bid to commit armed robbery and murder. The suspect forced the victim and transferred N2,120,000 from his account via his mobile phone to Mukhtar Muhammad’s account.
“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 Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, commends the operatives for their diligence and the public for their cooperation and assures continued efforts to ensure safety and security,” he said.
However, SP Haruna, the command’s spokesperson, reaffirmed the command’s dedication to upholding law and order in the state while collaborating closely with other security organizations and interested parties to guarantee a coordinated strategy to fight crime.
