Security

Oyo CP Speaks On Killings, Abduction In Ibarapa

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RE: SAVE OUR SOUL IN IBARAPA LAND IN SECURITY WISE


The attention of the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Joe Nwachukwu Enwonwu, psc have been drawn to the two incidents that happened at Idere in Ibarapa central Local Government Area where a business woman and two 9-year old cousins were killed by unknown gunmen and abduction of another man known as Dr. Akindele in Tapa in Ibarapa North Local Government Area of Oyo State on the 2nd of January, 2021.

  1. The CP wishes to state that in the incident of murder at Idere where three persons were killed, some suspects have been arrested through collaborative efforts of the Police and other local security i.e. Vigilantes, hunters etc and that investigation has commenced and the outcome will be made public in due time. Furthermore, intensive manhunt is still ongoing around the area to arrest other fleeing suspects (if any) and at the same time massive deployment emplaced to restore confidence to the community in particular and the whole Ibarapa axis in general.
  2. The CP stressed further that the abduction of Dr. Akindele in his hospital though not officially reported to the Divisional Police headquarters in Ayete as stated by the DPO was an issue of concern. Nonetheless, he reiterates his commitment to rejig the security architecture of the area more than the former year 2020. He stated that, concerted efforts have been put in place to protect lives and property of Ibarapa axis in particular and the whole Oyo State in general.
  3. The CP seizes the opportunity to further assure all and sundry in Oyo State that adequate security measures have been emplaced to professionally prevent any breakdown of law and order in the State. He stated that the good people of Oyo State are enjoined to go about their lawful businesses without any fear of molestation from any individuals, persons, or groups while decrying the sudden increase in rate of abduction in the State and the need to be more careful in our daily activities to stem the tide. He concluded that as a new year package, the Command expects collaboration and prompt dissemination of credible information from members of the public as the Police in turn will give quality service delivery.

SIGNED
CSP. Fadeyi Olugbenga,Anipr
Police Public Relations Officer
For: Commissioner of Police
Oyo State Command

Crime

9-Year-Old Cousins, Woman, Shot Dead In Idere Community

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Three persons have been killed by unknown gunmen in Idere Community, Ibarapa Central Local Government Area of Oyo state.

According to the secretary, Farmers Association, Ibarapa Zone, Mr Taiwo Adeagbo, six gunmen attacked the CEO of Subawah Filling Station, Mrs Sherifatu Adisa on Igboora-Idere road, abducted her and later took her life.

Mr Adeagbo said the other two victims are 9-year-old girls who happened to be cousins.

The girls had only gone to buy fuel at the station not knowing that the assailants were operating when they were shot and they died on the spot.

Corroborating the story, the chairman, Ibarapa Farmers Association, Mr Daniel Olubukola- Sunday said the mother of one of the children that were killed was also attacked and is presently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Idere.

In a related development, owner of a private hospital in the area, one Dr Akin dele, has also been kidnapped and his whereabouts is currently unknown.

Reacting, the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Mr Nwachukwu Ewonwu said some suspects have been arrested while investigations into the incident has commenced.

Abisola Oluremi

Security

Avoid the use of fireworks, unauthorised street carnivals – Oyo Police

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The Oyo State Police Command, has cautioned members of the public against the use of fireworks otherwise known as bangers, knockouts and other explosives during this yuletide season.

The Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachuckwu Enwonwu gave the warning in a press release made available to Radio Nigeria.

Mr Enwonwu equally warns against organizing unauthorized street carnivals within the state during this season and beyond.

According to the statement the warning becomes necessary as part of proactive measures to stem the tide of crimes and criminality that usually characterize the approaching Yuletide and New Year celebrations. 

Parents and guardians are further enjoined to warn their children\wards to desist from using fireworks, and shun involvement in any activity relating to street carnivals.

The statement adds that Oyo State Police Command will not condone any act capable of threatening the relative peace and tranquility being enjoyed by all and sundry in the state, as the Commissioner of Police has directed officers and men of the command to bring all perpetrators to book.

Abisola Oluremi

News

Oyo Police Commissioner Warns Against “Jungle Justice”

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Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu, has warned members of the public against the use of fireworks otherwise known as bangers, knockouts, and other explosives during the yuletide season.

This is contained in a statement signed in Ibadan by the Oyo State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mr Olugbenga Fadeyi.

The commissioner equally warns against organizing unauthorized street carnivals within the state during the Yuletide season and beyond.

Mr Enwonwu says the warning becomes necessary as part of proactive measures to stem the tide of crimes and criminality that usually characterize the approaching Yuletide and New Year celebrations. 

He notes that parents and guardians are enjoined to warn their children and wards to desist from using fireworks, and shun involvement in any activity relating to street carnivals.

The commissioner states further that the merchants of fireworks and organizers of street carnivals are warned to desist forthwith as offenders would be made to face the full wrath of the law.

The statement also notes that the command will not condone any act capable of threatening the relative peace and tranquility being enjoyed by all and sundry in the state, as the Commissioner of Police has directed officers and men of the command to bring perpetrators to book, as to be forewarned is to be forearmed.

He assures the public of proactive measures other than the above has been put in place to ensure crime rate is at its barest minimum in this season and beyond.

The CP, however, craves the indulgence of the people of Oyo State to desist from the act of taking laws into their hands, an act popularly known as “Jungle Justice” but advised that prompt report should be made to the nearest police station or formation for necessary action. 

Mr Enwonwu, therefore, calls for people’s support by giving out credible information for a swift response to distress call through these mobile phone numbers, 07055495413 or 08081768614 and 615.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

I sold the heads of burnt Iwo Road Police Officers for #1000 naira – Suspect

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A teenager, Adewale Abiodun, and a 24-year-old Aliu Mubarak, have confessed to carting away heads of two policemen that were burnt at Abayomi Area of Iwo Road, Ibadan, during the #EndSARS protest and sold to an herbalist for a thousand naira.

The duo made the confession at Police Headquarters, Eleyele during parade of some arrested persons.

The 17-year-old Abiodun said he found the burnt heads of the officers on the floor and decided to sell them to an herbalist.

He lamented that he had only collected 500 naira from the herbalist before the arrest.

The 44-year-old herbalist, Oladiipo Fakorede who admitted to the crime said he bought the heads for ritual purposes.

The Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu, also paraded kidnappers and some hoodlums that stole from Iseyin Police Station during the #EndSARS protest.

Mr Enwonwu further enjoined members of the public to report anyone with questionable character to the police.

Abisola Oluremi

Security

We are working towards returning police officers to the streets – Oyo CP

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Despite the directive of the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Mr Muhammed Adamu for officers to return to their duty posts after the #EndSARS protest that rocked the nation, the police in Ibadan are yet to comply.

The protest which made police officers object of attacks by suspected hoodlums led to their withdrawal from public places.

Reacting, the Commissioner of Police in Oyo state, Mr Nwachuku Enwonwu said the police were the major targets during the protest which resulted to death of officers and burning of several police stations.

Mr Enwonwu said the action made the force to withdraw officers to the headquarters to avoid further attacks.

The Oyo State Commissioner of Police stated further that, the command is putting in place strategies before the redeployment of officers to the road to prevent further clashes.

Mr Enwonwu restated the commitment of the command to the protection of lives and property at all times.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Report any civilian seen with sophisticated weapons – Oyo CP

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Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu has called on members of the public to be security-conscious in their environment whenever they see any civilian with sophisticated weapons.

Mr Enwonwu stated this at the Police Headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan while parading nine suspects who were allegedly involved in looting during the #EndSARS protest in Iseyin.

The commissioner said six police officers were murdered, while five Divisional Police Headquarters were also destroyed during the protest.

Mr Enwonwu stated further that some ammunitions and weapons of the command were also stolen from the armory.

The commissioner said the command would continue to put up efforts to arrest other hoodlums who were at large as well as protect the lives and property of law-abiding citizens.

He added that the suspects would soon be charged to court after proper investigations.

Speaking with journalists, some of the alleged looters denied their involvement in the nefarious acts.

Exhibits found in the custody of the suspects included four motorcycles, one generator and a wall clock belonging to one of the destroyed police stations.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

Isehin Looting: Oyo Police Parades 9 Suspects

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Nigeria Police, Oyo State Command has paraded nine suspects in connection with the looting that occurred in Isehin during the #EndSARS protest.

The suspects who were paraded by the Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu said the suspects have claimed they were innocent of the allegations levelled against them.

The suspects said they were not part of the people that looted during the crises as they were busy with their lawful businesses.

While parading the suspects, the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Mr Enwonwu said many shops, and police stations were destroyed while six officers were murdered.

He said the command had re-strategised to ensure and maintain the peaceful coexistence in Oyo State.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Akinyele Serial Killer Moved To Correctional Sevices For Increased Security

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The alleged Akinyele serial killer, Sunday Shodipe has been transferred to the Nigeria Correctional Services for maximum security.

Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu stated this while parading Shodipe after he was rearrested alongside other suspects who were arrested for various offences.

For some time now, residents of Akinyele Local Government Area in Ibadan, Oyo State have been facing serious issues of insecurity leading to killing and raping of some of the residents.

This forced the police to increase efforts which resulted into the arrest of a nineteen year old boy, Sunday Shodipe.

After his arrest, the residents heaved a sigh of relief that days of terror were over.

The relief was however cut short few days after, when Sunday Shodipe escaped from police custody and murdered another resident of Akinyele.

The alleged serial killer, Sunday Shodipe who said the herbalist that was locked alongside him begged the officer on duty to buy local gin and kolanut which the herbalist used to fortify him (Shodipe) in aiding his escape.

Shidipo noted that he went straight to Akinyele to kill another woman as directed by the herbalist before going into hiding before he was rearrested.

Also, a group of suspected armed robbers who robbed a bank at Okeho Area of Oyo said they killed one officer and blew up the ATM and carted away an unspecified amount of money.

One of the suspects, Muhammed Aliasu who claimed that he was forced to join in the robbery, said they were later arrested by some local hunters.

Another suspect, who is also a private security guard, Daniel Amanda said he met with a stranded woman at night who needed somewhere to stay till daybreak whom he raped under the guise of offering her refuge at his home.

Other suspected criminals who were arrested for various offences ranging from rape, defilement, armed robbery, kidnaping and murder confessed to the charges levelled against them and pleaded for leniency.

Parading the suspects, Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachuku Enwonwu said he appreciated the collaboration of the community who made the re-arrest of Sunday Shodipe a success and called for continued support as the police could not be everywhere.

Mr Enwonwu pledged the commitment of the command to reduce crime and criminalities to the barest minimum.

The Commissioner of Police added that all the suspects would soon be charged to court after proper investigation.

Exhibits found with the suspects included four AK-47 riffles, three assault rifles, many live cartridges, one motorcycle, three television sets, local charms and some cash.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

Suspect in Akinyele Killings Flees Police Custody

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Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr Nwachukwu Enwonwu, says the prime suspect in the serial killings at Akinyele Local Government Area, Moniya Ibadan, Sunday Shodipe has escaped from custody.

This is contained in a statement signed in Ibadan by the Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Mr Olugbenga Fadeyi.

The statement notes that the 19-year-old who was arrested and paraded along with two others at the Oyo State Police Command on 17th July, 2020 and later charged to court but remanded in police custody escaped from lawful custody on August 11, 2020. 

It stated further that the command has begun intensive surveillance on the whereabouts of the suspected killer and promised continued maximum protection of life and property of residents of the state.

The Commissioner of Police, therefore, implored the general public to be on the lookout, arrest and immediately inform the officers and men of the command if Shodipe is sighted for immediate handing over for further action.

He further appealed to residents with credible information on the whereabouts of the assailant not to hesitate in passing same to the Oyo State Police Command to assist in the apprehension of the offender who is now at large.

Rasheedah Makinde