From Our Correspondent – Abeokuta

Operatives of Ibafo Police Division, Ogun State Police Command, in a swift response to a distress call and credible intelligence, have arrested three suspects, namely Obada Ezekiel aged 27; Emmanuel Timothy aged 25; and Yaya Yakubu aged 27, for conspiracy and theft of an ash-coloured Lexus RX 300 SUV car.

The SUPREME learnt that, the arrest was successful today 18th April 2026, following a credible anonymous tip-off which led operatives to track the suspects to a hideout within the Ibafo axis, where the stolen vehicle was recovered in their possession.

The suspects include Obada Ezekiel a private security guard attached to the vehicle, alongside Emmanuel Timothy and Yaya Yakubu. Preliminary investigation revealed that the security guard conspired with the two others to steal the vehicle from Lagos and move it to Ibafo for disposal.

The suspects are currently in custody and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Abeokuta, for further investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni commended the operatives of the Ibafo Division for their swift response, professionalism, and effective utilization of intelligence, which led to the successful arrest and recovery of the stolen vehicle. He further appreciated members of the public for providing timely and useful information, while reiterating the Command’s resolve to sustain intelligence-led policing across the state.

The Command assures residents of its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property and urges members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities.

Spokesman for the Command, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the story.

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