By Angela Unigbe
ILORIN, Kwara State — Friday, August 28, 2026: The Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land, Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I, has regained his freedom after being abducted by armed bandits, A1NEWS can confirm.
According to a source who spoke with this publication on Thursday, the monarch was released by his abductors.
A traditional ruler in Igbesi community, located in the Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State, Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I—also known as the Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land—was abducted during a night attack by armed men that struck the community at about 11:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
What Happened Before the Release
The abduction reportedly followed an invasion of Igbesi community in Oke-Onigbin town, Isin Local Government Area. Witnesses and community sources described how the armed bandits stormed the area late at night and took the monarch away during the attack.
Confirming the release, a source told A1NEWS on Thursday that the monarch was freed by the abductors.
“The Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land was released today,” the source said.
Location of Igbesi Community
Igbesi is a community within Oke-Onigbin town in Isin Local Government Area of Kwara State. The community falls within the Kwara South Senatorial District, according to local administrative delineations.
Community Reaction and Ongoing Security Concerns
The reported release comes after days of anxiety among residents of Igbesi and neighbouring communities, who had raised alarm over the monarch’s disappearance following the Saturday night attack.
While the monarch’s regained freedom offers relief to his subjects, the incident has reignited concerns about insecurity in parts of Kwara State, where communities continue to report threats and attacks by armed groups.
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Abduction Details: Saturday Night Attack in Oke-Onigbin
Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I was reportedly abducted after armed bandits stormed Igbesi community at 11:00 p.m. on August 22, 2026.
Source Confirms Release of Kabiyesi Onigbesi
A1NEWS reports that a source confirmed the monarch’s release by his abductors on Thursday.
Relief for Igbesi Community, Questions Remain
As the monarch returns to safety, residents demand stronger measures to prevent further attacks and protect traditional institutions.
A1NEWS understands that the Kabiyesi Onigbesi of Igbesi land, Oba Moses Oyinloye Iwedunmoye I, is now free following the abduction by armed bandits at Oke-Onigbin, Isin Local Government Area. The circumstances surrounding how and where the monarch was held, as well as whether any conditions were met for his release, remain unclear as investigations continue.
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