Crime

Police Foil Robbery Attempt in Sagamu

By Web News 916

By Olatunji Idowu

The Ogun State Police Command has foiled a robbery attempt in Sagamu, following a swift response by officers from the Sakura Division.

Police spokesperson Ms. Omolola Odutola said in a statement from Abeokuta that the incident occurred around 1:45 a.m. on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

According to her, a distress call from the Chairman of the Community Development Committee (CDC), Okearedi, Araromi—off the Sagamu–Ijebu Ode Expressway—reported that five armed hoodlums were attempting to break into a house.

Operatives immediately mobilised to the scene, forcing the suspects to flee in different directions.

Police pursued the gang and recovered their operational vehicle, a black Lexus with registration number (Ogun TTD 452 TT), at the entrance of the community.

The Commissioner of Police, Mr. Lanre Ogunlowo, commended the officers for their prompt action and professionalism.

Ms. Odutola added that the command had intensified patrols and deployed more personnel to identified crime flashpoints across the state to ensure public safety during the end-of-year period.

She also urged residents to remain vigilant, especially when returning home late at night.

Follow us on Telegram and YouTube, and join our WhatsApp Update Group for more news updates.

Security

Ogun Police Quarterly Review Indicates Drop in Crime Rate

By Web News 125

By Oluwatoyin Adegoke

The Ogun State Police Command says it has recorded a noticeable decline in crime rate in the first quarter of 2025 with 2,141 suspects arrested for various crimes, including robbery, kidnapping, rape, and cultism. 

The command also noted that 1,530 suspects were prosecuted between January and March 2025.

This was contained in a statement release by the Police Public relations officer, Mrs Omolola Odutola in Abeokuta for the command’s first quarter review, between January and March, 2025.

The command’s spokesperson attributed the success to the direct interface with citizens and community engagement, which helped bridge the communication gap between the police and the public.

While expressing gratitude to Governor Dapo Abiodun for the technical and logistical support as well as the cooperation of the people of the state, the Commissioner of Police, Mr. Lanre Ogunlowo reiterated the command’s commitment to maintaining its partnership with citizens to ensure the safety and security.

Mr Ogunlowo then appealed to parents and guardians to monitor the activities of their wards, especially with regards to cult related activities.

Subscribe to our Telegram and YouTube Channels, and also join our WhatsApp Update Group