From Our Correspondent – Abeokuta
The Ogun State Police Command has recorded significant operational successes in its sustained efforts to rid the state of criminal elements, with multiple arrests made and recovery of illegal firearms in separate intelligence-led and proactive operations across the state.
The Command says on 14th April 2026, operatives of Mowe Division acted on credible intelligence received from a member of the public regarding a suspicious individual loitering around Mowe Bus Stop. The suspect, Opeyemi Anuoluwapo aged 36, was promptly arrested. A search conducted on him led to the recovery of a single-barrel locally made pistol, one expended cartridge, and charms concealed in his bag. During interrogation, the suspect confessed to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity.
In a related development, it said, on 17th April 2026, operatives of the Quick Response Squad (QRS), while on stop-and-search duty at Lafarge along Sagamu/Ogijo Road, intercepted a Bajaj motorcycle ridden by one Asaye Ajibola aged 30. A search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a locally made single-barrel gun loaded with nine cartridges. The suspect, who could not provide a satisfactory account of the firearm, was immediately arrested.
Also on 18th April 2026, another QRS team intercepted a Honda motorcycle at the same Lafarge axis along Sagamu/Ogijo Road. The rider, Adedeji Olufemi ‘m’, aged 49, was found in possession of a locally made double-barrel gun with eight cartridges. He was arrested on the spot after failing to give a satisfactory explanation regarding the firearm.
The Command listing more achievements said, on 18th April 2026, a shooting incident occurred at the Sawmill area of Osiele under Odeda Division. Preliminary investigation revealed that the incident involved a local vigilante member, Mutiu Sadiku who allegedly discharged a firearm accidentally while returning from the farm. The discharge resulted in injuries to three persons. The suspect has been apprehended, and the firearm used in the incident has been recovered through collaboration with the Amotekun Corps. The victims were promptly taken to medical facilities, where they received treatment and are currently in stable condition, responding well to treatment.
The suspects in the above cases have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCIID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation and possible prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the proactive efforts and professionalism of the officers involved. He reiterated that the Command will continue to intensify intelligence-driven operations against unlawful possession of firearms, cultism, and other violent crimes.
Arrest Of Cultists
Operatives of the Ilaro Division of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested four suspected cultists, Samson John aged 25; Olufowora Michael aged 28; Odeh Samuel Ejeh aged 25; and Olajide Jeremiah aged 28, for assault, armed robbery, and unlawful possession of firearm, following a report lodged at the station.
On 16th April 2026 at about 11:30pm, a report was made at the station. The complainant stated that earlier on the same day at about 1pm, Samson John ‘M’, in the company of six other individuals, stormed his residence, assaulted him, threatened him with an axe, and robbed him of his mobile phone, an iPhone 14 Pro Max.
Upon swift response and subsequent investigation by the operatives, the suspects were apprehended. During the operation, one locally made pistol, an axe, suspected charms, and the stolen iPhone 14 Pro Max were recovered from them.
The suspects are currently in police custody, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the gang. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation and prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the operatives for their prompt response and professionalism. He reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for cultism and other violent crimes, assuring residents that all criminal elements will be decisively dealt with.
The Command urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.
Spokesman for the Command, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the stories.
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