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Police neutralise two suspected kidnappers, arrest kingpin in Ogun

Agency Report — Sat, 16 May 2026 13:32:56 +0000

The Police Command in Ogun has neutralised two suspected kidnappers and arrested two others during an intelligence-led operation in Atan area of Ijebu in the state.

The command disclosed this in a statement issued on Saturday in Abeokuta by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi.

Babaseyi said the operation was carried out by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit following investigations into the abduction of three persons at Ipojo area, Iperin, Atan-Ijebu.

He explained that the victims were kidnapped on Monday and later released unharmed on Thursday after payment of an unspecified ransom.

According to him, police operatives intensified efforts to apprehend members of the gang responsible for the abduction after the victims regained freedom.

Babaseyi said the operatives, acting on credible intelligence, stormed the kidnappers’ hideout along the Ijebu-Ode/Ibadan road at about 5 a.m. on Friday.

He said that the suspects opened fire on sighting the operatives, leading to a gun duel between the hoodlums and the police team.

The police spokesperson said two suspected kidnappers were neutralised during the exchange, while others escaped into the forest with gunshot injuries.

He added that further operations led to the arrest of the suspected kingpin, Seriki Abdullahi, and another gang member, Mohammed Bello.

“The operatives responded professionally, resulting in the neutralisation of two of the suspected kidnappers.

“Other members of the gang escaped into the surrounding forest with varying degrees of bullet injuries,” he said.

Babaseyi said the operatives recovered one AK-47 rifle loaded with 10 rounds of 5.6mm ammunition and one single-barrel gun from the suspects.

He further disclosed that the police also recovered N1.5 million suspected ransom proceeds, several mobile phones and a black bag linked to the operation.

According to him, the corpses of the neutralised suspects have been deposited at a morgue for autopsy in line with standard procedure.

He said investigations were ongoing to unravel the gang’s network and arrest fleeing members of the syndicate.

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their gallantry, professionalism and resilience during the operation.

Ojajuni reaffirmed the command’s commitment to combating kidnapping and other violent crimes across Ogun.

Source: NAN

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Ogun police unveil 24-hour emergency line, inaugurate Ota HQ

Agency Report — Thu, 07 May 2026 15:07:24 +0000

Ogun State Police Command has urged residents to promptly report security threats and distress situations through its 24-hour toll-free emergency line, as part of efforts to strengthen security and community policing across the state.

The Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, inauguration of the Ota District Police Headquarters in Ota.

Ojajuni, represented by the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, Mrs Bolanle Mustapha, said residents could access the command’s Gateway Shield emergency line, 08100009111, free of charge at any time.

“We want to implore members of the public to make use of the police control room to report any incident in times of distress or whenever the attention of the police is needed,” he said.

The police commissioner directed Divisional Police Officers, DPOs, to display the emergency number prominently at police stations to improve public access to security agencies.

He noted that the inauguration of the police headquarters aligned with the vision to deepen security presence and improve policing at the grassroots.

According to him, the project was facilitated by the Olota of Ota, Oba Adeyemi Obalanlege, to bring security closer to residents.

Speaking at the event, Obalanlege described the inauguration of the Ota Central Police Divisional Headquarters and a 40-bed Primary Health Centre as a landmark achievement for Ota and Aworiland.

“These projects stand as enduring symbols of progress, improved security, accessible healthcare and purposeful governance for our people,” the monarch said.

He commended President Bola Tinubu for his commitment to national development and praised Governor Dapo Abiodun for sustaining a peaceful and investment-friendly environment in Ogun State.

Obalanlege also acknowledged the contribution of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Sustainable Development Goals, SDGs, Mrs Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire, in facilitating the projects.

Ota District Police Headquarters and the 40-bed Primary Health Centre were facilitated by the Office of the Senior Special Assistant to the President on SDGs.

Source: NAN

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Police arrest 146 suspects in Sagamu

Agency Report — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 15:27:55 +0000

The Police Command in Ogun has said that it has arrested 146 suspects, following intelligence-driven operations within Sagamu and its environs.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday in Abeokuta.

He said the suspects were apprehended under a special raid termed “Operation Keep Sagamu Safe.”

Babaseyi noted that the operation was part of deliberate measures to prevent crime and address emerging security concerns within Sagamu and its environs.

According to him, the operation was carried out by operatives of the Sagamu Area Command, in collaboration with sister security agencies and community stakeholders.

He explained that the exercise followed strategic engagements with traditional authorities, the Sagamu Local Government Council and heads of security agencies, to strengthen collaborative security architecture.

The spokesperson said that the intelligence-led operation which was conducted in the early hours of April 13, targeted identified flashpoints where suspected criminal elements posed threats to public peace and safety.

“The operation was aimed at forestalling any breakdown of law and order and reinforcing public safety across Sagamu and adjoining communities,” he said.

Babaseyi noted that the exercise was jointly executed by personnel of the Nigeria Police Force, the military, the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Amotekun Corps, Ogun State Community Security (So-Safe) Corps and the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, VGN.

He said the suspects were currently undergoing screening, to determine their levels of involvement in criminal activities.

“The suspects are currently undergoing screening to ascertain their individual levels of involvement in the reported criminal activities.

“Those found culpable will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Abeokuta, for discreet investigation and necessary legal action,” he said.

He said that the state’s Commissioner of Police, Mr Bode Ojajuni, commended the professionalism and operational discipline exhibited by participating agencies.

“Ojajuni reaffirmed the command’s commitment to intelligence-led policing and sustained efforts to ensure peace, safety and security across the state,” he said.

He consequently, urged residents to stay vigilant and report suspicious activities to the command, through its emergency lines: 0800 000 9111, 0906 283 7609 and 0912 014 1706

Source: NAN

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Police arrest two security guards over alleged murder of traveller

Agency Report — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 06:36:52 +0000

The Police Command in Ogun has arrested two security guards over alleged murder of a traveller, simply identified as Promise, in Ibafo area of the state.

The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement made available to newsmen on Monday in Abeokuta.

According to the statement, the detectives of the Ibafo Divisional Headquarters, Ogun Police Command, have arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged murder of a traveller, (Promise) in Ibafo, Ogun State.

Babaseyi explained that the incident occurred on Thursday, April 10, at about 7.00 p.m., following a credible tip-off from a concerned citizen.

He added that the detectives promptly mobilised to the scene, rescued the victim, and rushed him to the hospital for urgent medical attention.

“While en route to the hospital, the victim identified himself and stated that he had been attacked and macheted by security guards after arriving in the area late the previous night.

“But, he was subsequently confirmed dead on arrival by the doctor on duty.

“Following the confirmation of death, the body was properly documented and deposited at the Olabisi Onabanjo University Teaching Hospital, Sagamu, for post-mortem examination.

“Preliminary investigation revealed a trail of blood linking the scene directly to one of the suspects, leading to his arrest,” he said.

Babaseyi said that sustained efforts resulted in the apprehension of the second suspect, as efforts were ongoing to apprehend other fleeing accomplices.

He stated that the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Eleweran, Abeokuta, for thorough investigation and prosecution.

Babaseyi quoted the Commissioner of Police, Ogun Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, as strongly condemning the act, and assured that all those involved will be brought to justice.

Ojajuni also warned against all forms of unlawful violence and reiterates the command’s zero tolerance for extrajudicial acts.

The CP advised members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the Ogun State Police Command through its emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free): 0800 000 9111.

Other Emergency numbers are: 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, and 0708 497 2994.

Source: NAN

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PSC promotes 66 senior police officers

Agency Report — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 04:34:37 +0000

The Police Service Commission, PSC, has approved the promotion of 20 Commissioners of Police, CPs, 19 Deputy Commissioners, DCPs, 13 Superintendents, SPs, and 14 Deputy Superintendents, DSPs.

The announcement was made in a statement on Monday in Abuja by Mr Ikechukwu Ani, Head of Press and Public Relations at the PSC.

Ani said the CPs were elevated to Assistant Inspector-General of Police, AIG, DCPs to CP, SPs to Chief Superintendents, CSP, and DSPs to SP.

The newly promoted CPs to AIGs include Fasuba Olabode, Musibau Ajani, Aliyu Musa, Patrick Atayero, Gyogon Grimah, Olaiya Mobolaji, and Chukwudi Ariekpere.

Others are Abubakar Aliyu, Olalolu Adegbite, Godwin Eze, Disu Olatunji, Alausa Tolani, Kareem Musa, Mohammed Dalijan, and Dan-Mamman Shawulu.

Also promoted were Clement Robert, Musa Mohammed, Thomas Nabhoni, Abel Miri Zwalchir, and Ifeanyi Uka.

The DCPs promoted to CP include Usman Tahir, Sunday Okoebor, Ayodeji Faniyan, Saka Ajao, Omole Ola, Hope Okafor, and Ajo Ordue.

Others are Olufunke Adeayo, Stephen Ogedengbe, Iyabode Agbaminoja, Adebowale Lawal, Ojo Adekimi, and Yemi Oyeniyi.

Additional names are Obasi Okereke, Moses Ottah, Felix Nnebue, Gazali Abdul-Salaam, Fidelis Ogarabe, and Olubode Ojajuni.

Ani said all promoted officers, including the 13 SPs and 14 DSPs, appeared before the commission and underwent examination and an interactive interview.

Mr Hashimu Argungu, Chairman of the Commission, presided over the promotion exercise with the support of other commission members.

Source: NAN

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