Crime

Oyo Police Arrests 47 Armed Men In Igangan

By Web News 808

Oyo State Police Command have confirmed the arrest of forty-seven armed men in Igangan area of the state.

The suspects were arrested by men of the State Joint Anti-Crime Security Patrol team code-named “Operation Burst”.

The suspected hoodlums who were caught with guns and other dangerous weapons were allegedly on a reprisal attack mission to the area.

They were said to be arrested in a convoy of buses.

The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Olugbenga Fadeyi, said the arrested hoodlums claimed that they were trailing some kidnappers who were about to collect ransom from relations of a kidnapped victim.

He added that investigation has begun while the suspects have been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCID, Iyaganku, Ibadan.

“Though, it was alleged that the Fulani men claimed they were trailing some kidnappers who were about to collect ransom from relations of a kidnapped victim.”

According to unconfirmed sources, the armed Fulani men were allegedly invited by their kinsmen to strike in the area following the raid carried out by the men of the Oyo State Security Network Agency codenamed Amotekun in the axis on Saturday.

Abisola Oluremi

Security

Police Dismiss Rumours of Ibadan Invasion By Herdsmen

By Web News 877

Police in Oyo State have debunked the rumour that a luxury bus brought some suspected herdsmen to Soka area of Ibadan for suspicious mission.

The Police Public Relations Officer in the State, Mr. Olugbenga Fadeyi said the people were in Ibadan to complete their admission at the lead city university, Ibadan sponsored by the former governor of Sokoto State.

According to Mr. Fadeyi Lead City University Management confirmed them as their prospective students.

The Police Spokesperson however urged members of the public to desist from spreading unconfirmed reports that might cause unrest in the society.

It would be recalled that a story broke out yesterday that a luxury bus brought about three hundred suspected herdsmen to Maje, Soka area of Ibadan for suspicious mission.

The story however, caused some unrest at the area which led to the arrest of the suspected herdsmen by the Sanyo Police Station.

Rasheedat Makinde

Crime

Akinyele Killings: We have some suspects in custody – Oyo Police

By Web News 1079

The Police Command in Oyo State has confirmed the arrest of some suspects, including a ritualist linked to the frequent killings in Akinyele Local Government Area, LGA, of the state.

Spokesman of the command, Olugbenga Fadeyi who confirmed the arrests, however, declined to give the number of suspects so far arrested in connection with the killings.

He said have arrested some suspects in connection with the Akinyele killings and noted that the command would soon brief the press after the completion of investigation.

The Special Adviser on Security Affairs to Governor Seyi Makinde, Mr Fatai Owoseni also confirmed the arrest of the suspects while briefing journalists in a town hall session organised for stakeholders on tackling security in Akinyele area.

Mr Owoseni said the persons behind it has been taking the police to the ritualists who were involved in the act and they are now behind bars.

It would be recalled that no fewer than five persons were brutally killed in Akinyele Local government area last month.

The deceased were a pregnant woman, Azeezat Shomuyiwa, 29, whose head was smashed with a stone on June 5; and a female student of Oke-Ogun Polytechnic, Grace Oshiagwu, 21, who was killed on June 13.

Other victims were 18-year-old Barakat Bello who was raped and killed, Mrs Olusayo Fagbemi, 42, who was macheted to death on June 24; and a 5-year-old boy, Mujeeb Tirimisiyu, macheted to death on June 22.

Rasheedah Makinde

Lifestyle

ASP Olusegun Popoola: Oyo Police Command Appreciates OYSG, Residents

By Web News 1521

Oyo State Police Command has expressed gratitude to the Oyo State Government and people of the state for commiserating with the command over the death of the personal assistant to the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, ASP Olusegun Popoola.

In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, SP Olugbenga Fadeyi, the Commissioner of Police, Mr Shina Olukolu appreciated everyone who identified with the Oyo State Police Command on the loss of the ASP Popoola.

CP Olukolu described late ASP Popoola as a dedicated, loyal and jovial officer, who approached all his assignments with seriousness.

ASP Olusegun Popoola died on Wednesday at the University College Hospital, UCH Ibadan, after a brief illness.

Security

Social Distancing: Oyo Police to Embark on Routine Enforcement Visits

By Web News 726

Police in Oyo state are to embark on routine visits and patrols in checking the level of compliance social distancing to curtail the spread of Coronavirus.

This is contained in a statement issued in Ibadan and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer in Oyo state, Mr Olugbenga Fadeyi for the Commissioner of Police.

The statement notes that there is need for people to adhere strictly to the order of social distancing as part of efforts of the government to curtail the spread of the virus.

It appeals to the public to act in accordance with the directives of the Government and security agencies on social distancing.

It notes that people should follow the directives on the closure of certain economic, religious, social and educational institutions without waiting for unnecessary use of force from security agencies.

It adds that people should, therefore, desist from spreading damaging rumours or fake news that might cause panic and disorder.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

LG Tussle: Police Warns Against Breach of Peace

By Web News 892

Commissioner of Police in Oyo State, Mr. Shina Olukolu has called on all stakeholders in the lingering Local Government chairmanship tussle in the State to obey the law and shun illegal acts.

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

The statement notes that unleashing chaos, bloodshed, lawlessness, and destruction of properties or inflicting injuries on one another will serve no purpose, but be an obstacle to peace of the society.

It advises stakeholders to sheath their swords and give peace a chance.

The statement warns all and sundry that the police will not stand by or fold its arms and watch any group or individuals cause chaos, lawlessness, and destruction as it will deal decisively with those found wanting.

It reiterates its belief in the capacity, ability and exemplary leadership qualities of Oyo State residents to find a solution to their common differences.

The statement enjoins law-abiding citizens to go about their lawful businesses without any fear, threat or intimidation from any group or individuals as the police are on ground to ensure the safety of lives and property.

Rasheedah Makinde

News

Four Kidnapped OYSCATECH Staff Regain Freedom

By Web News 943

Commissioner of Police in Oyo State Mr. Shina Olukolu has confirmed the release of four staff of the Oyo State College of Agriculture and Technology, OYSCATECH, In Igboora and other who were abducted.

This is contains in a statement signs in Ibadan by Police Public Relations Officer in Oyo State, Mr. Olugbenga Fadeyi.

The statement noted that the police swungs into action immediately with tactical teams, comprising of Anti Kidnapping Squad and Special Anti Robbery Squad to secure the release of the victims and eventually arrest the hoodlums.

It notes that the suspects surrendered when they could no longer withstand the superior fire power of the police.

Also in the statement, victims who were abducted on Thursday have been united with their families unhurt during their stay with the suspected kidnappers.

It states further that Commissioner of Police, Mr. Shina Olukolu appreciates the patience and understanding of the OYSCATECH authorities and community while the unfortunate ordeal of the victims lasted.

The statement reiterated the command’s resolve to continue rejig the security architecture for maximum protection of lives and property of the people of Oyo state.

It adds that the Commissioner of Police sternly warns the crime elements to relocate from Oyo state as the command is battle ready to crush them for disturbing the relative peace and tranquility being enjoyed in the state.

Rasheedat Makinde