Police Arrest Man For Exhuming, Attempting To Sell Relative’s Skull in Kwara

The Kwara State Police Command has arrested a suspect, Hamza Woru, for unlawful possession of a human skull.

This followed an attempted sale of the skull that led operatives to uncover the grave in Kaiama Local Government Area.

The arrest followed a complaint received at the Kaiama Division after intelligence indicated an attempt to traffic human remains.

The suspect allegedly contacted a complainant via phone, requesting a meeting at an agreed location.

He reportedly arrived later alongside another suspect identified as Abubakar, where they allegedly proposed the sale of the skull.

The complainant, however, played along and immediately alerted the police, a move that led to a swift operation and the arrest of Hamza Woru, while his accomplice fled and currently at large.

The suspect was arrested in possession of the human skull, which has been recovered as an exhibit.

The police further revealed that the suspects allegedly travelled to Shirigweria, Kaiama, where they exhumed the remains of a female relative of the suspect, buried in January 2026, and removed her skull.

The Commissioner of Police, Adekimi Ojo, confirmed the development and noted that efforts were ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice.

He assured that the suspect will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation, in line with relevant provisions of the law.

The Command also urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to security agencies for swift action.