By Muinat Usman
The discovery of an unidentified man’s body in a river at Kulende, Ilorin, has raised questions about the circumstances surrounding his death.
The body, believed to be that of a man aged about 50, was recovered at Royal Valley Bridge, Kulende, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, by the Kwara State Fire Service.

Body of unidentified person lying face-down and partially submerged in the water
The Head of Media and Publicity of the Service, Hakeem Hassan, disclosed in a statement that the incident was reported by a passerby who noticed the body floating in the river.
The cause of death remains unknown, with the police expected to investigate the incident and establish the circumstances surrounding the man’s death.
Meanwhile, the Chief Fire Officer, Muhammed Alabi, has reaffirmed the Service’s commitment to protecting lives and property across Kwara State.