Master and Apprentice Feared Drowned After Dispute in Ilorin

Two men are missing after entering the Asa River near Asa Bridge in Ilorin following an altercation reportedly linked to a ₦2,000 disagreement. Kwara State Fire Service spokesperson Hassan Adekunle said Abubakar allegedly jumped into the river, and Nasiru, 42, who tried to intervene, also entered the water. Firefighters began searching at 10:15 a.m. on October 17, but had not located the men by the time of the report. Chief Fire Officer Alabi Muhammed urged the public to stay out of rivers during disputes and contact emergency responders.