Offa Robbery Case: Kwara Files Murder Charges Against Saraki as Ex-Senate President Denies, Calls Allegations Political
A major legal and political showdown is unfolding as the Kwara State Government files 20-count charges against former Senate President Bukola Saraki and ex-Governor Abdulfatai Ahmed over their alleged involvement in the 2018 Offa robbery.
The charges—ranging from culpable homicide to criminal conspiracy—accuse the defendants of arming suspects behind the deadly attack that claimed over 30 lives. Prosecutors are relying on confessional statements, including claims by Ayo Akinnibosun, alongside recovered exhibits. The trial is scheduled for June 4, with the possibility of a death sentence upon conviction.
Abubakar Bukola Saraki
13th President of the Senate & Chairman of the 8th Session of the Nigerian National Assembly.
Saraki Pushes Back
In a strong rebuttal, Saraki dismissed the case as “baseless and politically motivated,” insisting previous investigations cleared him of any wrongdoing. He argued there is no credible evidence linking him to the robbery and accused authorities of attempting to tarnish his image.
Expressing confidence in the judiciary, Saraki vowed to contest the charges, stating the case would ultimately fail in court.
The Bigger Picture
With both legal accusations and political defenses colliding, the case is shaping up to be one of Nigeria’s most closely watched trials—testing the balance between justice, evidence, and political rivalry.
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