Crime

Gunmen Kill Police Officer, Kidnap Expat in Oyo

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By Abisola Oluremi

A police officer has been confirmed dead following an attack by suspected gunmen on a company’s at Ogunmakin, near Ibadan, in Oyo State.

In a statement, the Police Public Relations Officer, Oyo State Command, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, said the attackers stormed the facility in a commando-style operation, leading to a gun battle with security personnel attached to the company.

DSP Ayanlade said the police officer was fatally shot while repelling the attack, while some of the assailants were believed to have sustained gunshot injuries during the exchange of fire.

Despite the resistance, the gunmen abducted a Chinese expatriate, described as a principal officer of the company, before fleeing the scene.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, Mr Femi Haruna, has directed the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations to deploy the Anti-Kidnapping Squad and other tactical teams to the area.

The police said bush-combing operations were ongoing, while investigations had been intensified to rescue the abducted expatriate and arrest those responsible for the attack.

In a related development, the command also announced the arrest of four suspects in connection with cases of defilement, murder, and unlawful possession of suspected human parts across the state.

DSP Ayanlade said one of the suspects, identified as Usman Azeez, was arrested in Ado-Awaye for the alleged defilement of a 14-year-old girl.

He said the suspect was currently in police custody as investigations continued.

The police spokesperson also disclosed that operatives arrested another suspect, Abdulraheem Koni, in connection with the alleged murder of his former employer, Lateef Giwa.

The case was reported at the Tede Police Division, and the suspect is presently being detained.

The statement further confirmed the arrest of another suspect over an alleged murder in Ibadan, where the victim later died from injuries sustained during an altercation.

The corpse has been deposited at the Adeoyo State Hospital morgue for post-mortem examination.

The police also arrested a commercial driver along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway near Guru Maharaji Village for unlawful possession of items suspected to be human parts, recovered during a routine stop-and-search operation.

The command said investigations were ongoing in all the cases, adding that suspects would be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.

Edited by Maxwell Oyekunle

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Judiciary

79 Inmates Pardoned in Oyo Jail Decongestion

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By Jeffery Ahonmisi

The Chief Judge of Oyo State, Justice Iyabo Yerima, has granted pardon to seventy-nine awaiting-trial inmates at the Agodi Custodial Centre of the Nigerian Correctional Service.

The inmates were released on compassionate grounds, with charges ranging from fraud, unlawful sexual intercourse, and breach of peace to armed robbery, kidnapping, and conspiracy.

Some were also pardoned due to poor health.

One of the beneficiaries, Lekan Oroleye, had been remanded for allegedly absconding with a friend’s iPhone 12 Pro Max, which was later recovered and returned.

Another freed inmate, Timileyin Adeniran, explained he had been detained after a commercial motorcycle he was purchasing on installments was stolen from him.

The review also presented an emotional case where Michael Kolawole was remanded in place of his pregnant wife, who was involved in a neighborly dispute.

However, the proceedings took a dramatic turn when an inmate, Idris Oladosu, who is being tried for conspiracy, stealing, and unlawful society membership, fainted upon learning his case would proceed to trial.

Fellow inmates rushed to his aid.

Representing the Chief Judge, Justice Ladiran Akintola highlighted that the initiative was part of ongoing efforts to decongest the state’s overcrowded custodial centres through regular jail visits and case reviews.

Justice Yerima reaffirmed the judiciary’s commitment to expediting hearings for the speedy dispensation of justice.

The Controller of Corrections for the Oyo State Command, Mr. Ayoola Opadeji, represented by Deputy Controller of Corrections Timothy Oyelade, advised the freed inmates not to take their freedom for granted and to become positive members of society.

The pardoned inmates expressed gratitude to the Chief Judge and pledged never to return to a life of crime.

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Security

Oyo Police Holds 3-Day Training for DPOs, Tactical Commanders

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By Abisola Oluremi

In a bid to strengthen the effectiveness of police personnel in combating crime and enhancing their individual capacity, the Nigeria Police Force, Oyo State Command has organized a three-day training for its senior officers.

The training designed for Divisional Police Officers, DPOs, and other tactical commanders was held at the Command headquarters, Eleyele, Ibadan.

Welcoming the participants, the Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Mr Joseph Adenola said the training was in compliance with the directive of the Inspector General of Police, IGP, Mr Kayode Egbetokun, to strengthen the Nation security system.

Mr Adenola reiterated that the training would go a long way to improving their skills in the use of modern technology, community policing and judicious use of firearms.

“I had been under the training of the facilitator, which had helped me greatly in my career, hence the need to bring him here to teach others that have not had the same opportunity”, the commissioner explained.

Mr Adenola noted that the trainees were expected to pass the knowledge gained across to their subordinates to have a more efficient and combatant policing in the state.

The lead facilitator, who is a retired Inspector General of Police, Mr Olafimihan Adeoye said the training was designed to make the officers more accommodating to their community as well as improve their personal skills.

“We are going to look at the role of community policing in tackling crime, and many more topics”, Mr Adeoye said.

The one hundred and eighty Divisional Police Officers and Tactical Commanders would be trained with the theme: “Building Capacity for Effective Superintending”.

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Health

Drug abuse responsible for most psychiatric cases – Professor Laosebikan

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By Rasheedah Makinde

The high rate of drug abuse, especially among the youths is responsible for the influx of mentally derailed people in the society.

A professor of Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine at the University College Teaching Hospital, UCH, Ibadan, Victor Laosebikan stated this in a lecture in Ibadan to commemorate this year’s International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking organized by the Oyo State Drug Abuse Control Committee, OYSDACC in collaboration with National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA.

Professor Laosebikan said drug abuse always have negative effects on people’s health psychologically, physically and mentally.

He said at the psychiatrist wards of most hospitals in Nigeria, drug abusers took the larger percentage in the number of the patients. 

Professor Laosebikan explained that consequences of drug abuse could be immediate or long term, which most times affect brain and possibly lead to mental illnesses or disorders. 

He called on people, especially those addicted to drugs to seek help in order not to jeopardize their lives. 

On her part, the Commissioner for Health in Oyo State, Dr Oluwaserimi Ajetunmobi said the event marked yet another landmark in their collective journey towards advancing strategies to stem the tide of the societal menace of drug abuse and its illicit trafficking. 

The health commissioner said the programme would address a pressing issue of drug abuse and illicit trafficking that pose as threat to national security and development.

“As we mark the United Nations International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, we are reminded of the devastating impact of drugs on individuals, families, and communities worldwide” she explained.

She noted that with this year’s theme, “The evidence is clear: invest in prevention”, it was pertinent for all stakeholders to see preventive measures as the most effective way to address drug abuse menace in the society.

“By investing in prevention, we can reduce the demand for drugs, support healthier choices, and build safer communities.” the commissioner explained 

She explained that prevention was not just a strategy but a necessity for young people who deserve a future free from addiction. 

“It’s a necessity for families who have lost loved ones to drug-related violence and overdoses. It’s a necessity for the communities torn apart by drug-related crime and corruption.”

“Investing in prevention means providing access to education, healthcare, and social services, it means promoting healthy lifestyles, life skills, and coping mechanisms. It means supporting research and innovation to better understand addiction and develop effective treatments”.

“Governments, civil society, international organizations, and individuals must work together to create a world where drug abuse is not tolerated and where support and treatment are available to all who need them.” 

“​As we convene to commemorate the United Nations International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, we are reminded of the intricate and far-reaching consequences of drug abuse on individuals, communities, and societies worldwide”. Dr Ajetunmobi explained.

The theme, “The Evidence is Clear: Invest in Prevention” underscores the imperative of prioritizing prevention strategies in our collective efforts to address drug abuse and illicit trafficking.

Prevention is a multifaceted approach that encompasses a range of evidence-based interventions, policies, and programs aimed at reducing the demand for drugs, mitigating the harms associated with drug use, and promoting healthier and safer communities.

In her good will message, Chairman of the Codeine Control and Other Related Matters Working Group, Professor Toyin Odeku said the war against drug abuse should not be left for government alone, hence the need for collaboration of religious, community and traditional leaders who are closer to the grassroots.

Professor Odeku explained that if all hands are on deck in the fight against the menace, it would be reduced to the barest minimum.

Earlier, Director, National Drug Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Oyo State Command, Mr Olayinka Joe-Fadile said the major bottleneck in fighting drug war was the way social media and movie industry glamorizes in their content. 

Mr Joe-Fadile said if Nigeria Broadcasting Commission, NBC, could sanction movie producers who were fond of showcasing drug usage and trafficking in their works, it would go a long way at reducing the menace. 

The NDLEA boss in Oyo State, therefore, called on parents and guardians to monitor their children and wards in order for them not become a victim of drug offenders.

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Crime

NSCDC Nabs Street Light Cables, Keke Thieves

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By Rasheedah Makinde

The long arm of the law has caught up with some suspected criminals who specialized in vandalising street light cables in Ibadan and its environs. 

The three suspected cable thieves, Aliu Musa, Joseph Lakur and Joseph Michael were paraded alongside another suspect who was arrested for tricycle hijacking, Opeyemi Anuoluwa, at the Command Headquarters of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State.

The keke thief,Opeyemi Anuoluwa,with the stolen Keke

Speaking with journalists, the head of the cable syndicate, Joseph Micheal said the two other guys introduced the act to him but he was the one that arranged for the sales of the stolen street light cables in Apata Area of Ibadan. 

Micheal said the first cable they stole was sold for forty-nine thousand naira and three thousand naira was his reward.

He said though he regretted involving in crime, he was ready to face the consequences. 

The suspect, who was apprehended and paraded for stealing a tricycle at Oje Area of Ibadan, Opeyemi Anuoluwa said he destroyed some wires in the process of stealing in other to move the tricycle. 

Anuoluwa said he was unfortunate when the security personnel tracked down the tricycle in Iseyin on the same day. 

He blamed his action on the poor economy situation of the country and promised to turn a new leaf if pardoned. 

Parading the suspects, the Public Relations Officer, PRO, of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, Mrs Oyindamola Okuneye, said the suspects were apprehended in Oyo state. 

Mrs Okuneye explained that the street light cable vandals were apprehended along NIHORT and confessed to be specialists in stealing and selling of street light cables.

She said the three suspects would soon be charged to court after proper investigations.

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Security

We will Ensure Peaceful Democracy Day in Oyo – Police

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The Nigeria Police, Oyo State Command has assured residents of the state of a hitch-free and peaceful Democracy Day.

Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, Sp. Adewale Osifeso made this known in a statement.

The Statement says the Command will embark on purposeful proactive policing on Sunday, June 12, 2022, and will as well commence high-octane visibility patrols through the nook and cranny of the State in line with its statutory mandate of protecting lives and property.

It states that the steps being taken are in furtherance of already established routine intelligence-led stop and search, convoy patrols, visibility patrols, and coordinated surveillance activities with the purpose of asserting presence, availability, and readiness to deal decisively with any peace threatening advances. 

The Statement appeals to parents, guardians, and leaders in various capacities of influence to warn their wards or protégées against acts that can scuttle the relative peace being enjoyed in the State. 

It assures residents of comprehensive and robust security coverage day, urging people to go about their duties without the fear of molestation or harassment within and beyond the period.

PR/Rasheeda Makinde

News

Oyo NSCDC Warns Filling Stations Against Selling Beyond Normal Pump Price

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Oyo State Command, Mr Michael Adaralewa has reiterated the Corps readiness to apprehend filling station owners who sells beyond normal pump price.
Mr Adaralewa stated this while addressing the anti vandalism officers deployed to monitor some filling stations who were  dispensing a litre of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, above the recommended pump price. 
He said filling stations owner who are taking undue advantage of the artificial scarcity of fuel to hike the price of the product thereby worsening the current situation in the state would be dealt with. 

The State  Commandant said this was in  line with the directive of Commandant Generals Dr Abubakar Audi  to all  State Commandants to deploy  personnel mostly Anti-Vandalism Squad to filling stations to maintain orderliness.
Also, he urged them to monitor compliance with government approved rates as well as to stop visible and perceived sharp practices observed during supervision and monitoring of  filling Stations . 
Mr Adaralewa noted that The Anti Vandalism Squad would  visit  filling  stations in Oyo state, to monitor the compliance of sale of the commodity at the approved price, and cautioned them against hiking the price and  ensured that the product is sold to motorists instead of hoarding it. 

He warned erring filing stations who are still selling above the recommended pump price or hoarding the products thereby causing artificial scarcity to revert  or risk being arrested and dealt with according to the law.
The NSCDC boss in Oyo state therefore charged members of the public to furnish the command with credible information on the activities of errant marketers and other crime and criminalities in Oyo state.

Rasheedah Makinde /PR

Lifestyle

New Oyo Federal Fire Service Commander Visits Radio Nigeria

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The Federal Fire Service, Oyo State has said enhancing safety of lives and property in the state remains its priority.

The new Oyo State commander, Deputy Controller Augustine Adetunji made this known during a courtesy visit to Radio Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, at the Broadcasting House, Oba Adebimpe Road, Ibadan.

Mr. Adetunji said the federal government had expanded the fire service in Nigeria to cope with fire prevention.

The Deputy Controller sought the collaboration of FRCN Ibadan on creating awareness on fire prevention in the South-West.

In a remark, the Acting Zonal Director, FRCN Ibadan Zonal Station, Mrs. Bolanle Owoyemi, said the corporation was ready to support the fire services in its drive to prevent fire outbreak or disaster in the state.

Mrs. Owoyemi added the corporation would also continue to enlighten the public on the dangers fire outbreak posed to safety of lives and property.

Funmilola Obagbayegun

Security

NIS Reunites 21-Year-Old With Family After 14 Years

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Nigeria Immigration Service, NIS, Oyo State Command has reunited a twenty-one-year-old lady, Khadija Borogu with her family from the Benin Republic after fourteen years of child labour in Nigeria.

NIS Comptroller in Oyo state, Mr Babangida Usman performed the handing over of the lady to the Benin Republic Consulate in Ibadan.

He said the lady was brought to Nigeria at the age of seven through an illegal route by her aunt, simply known as Madam Gona and was taken to Kishi, Lagos, and was later brought to Ibadan for child labour.

Mr Usman said, with the assistance of the woman and Benin Republic Consulate, Khadija was able to link up with her parents.

The human trafficking victim, Khadija said she was so happy to be reunited with her family and promised to come back to Nigeria to further her education.

Meanwhile, Immigration Wives Association, IMWAN, had also empowered twenty homeless children in different skills acquisition as their own way of contributing their quota to the development of society.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

NSCDC Decorates Over 2,000 Officers In Oyo State

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC Oyo State Command has decorated over two-thousand officers.

The officers were decorated at the NSCDC Headquarters, Agodi Ibadan by the Oyo State Commandant, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya.

Rasheedah Makinde captured the moment for Radio Nigeria.

The newly promoted officers were kitted in their uniforms and their expression showed a joyful mood as they are being calling one by one for the decoration.

The officers were decorated by the Oyo State Commandant of the corps, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya.

Two out of the newly promoted officers, Mrs Folasade Adegoke and Mr Soji Akingbade showed their appreciation to the Almighty and promised to put in more efforts in protecting lives and property of the citizens.

Contributing, NSCDC Commanding Officer, Mr Shem Obafaiye urged the newly promoted officers to always be committed and professional while discharging their duty.

While decorating the officers, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo State, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya urged them to remember that promotion comes with more responsibility, hence the need for them to work harder.

The NSCDC boss also reiterated the command’s efforts at ensuring a safe and sound yuletide celebrations as the command had deployed two thousand officers to strategic places for effective policing.

The occasion was graced with representatives of other security agencies as well as family and friends of the newly promoted officers.

Rasheedah Makinde

Crime

Former House Of Rep Candidate Shot Dead In Igangan

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A former House of Representatives candidate on the platform of Accord Party during the 2015 general election, Dr Fatai Aborode has been reportedly shot dead in Igangan, Ibarapa Local Government of Oyo state.

He was allegedly killed near his farm, along Apodun village, Iganagan by suspected herdsmen, on Friday evening.

It was gathered that Dr Aborode, a politician and prominent farmer, was killed just as he was leaving his farm around 4 pm in company with his manager on a motorbike. 

The manager who was said to have escaped gunshots, reportedly fled the scene. 

The report says he was attacked by the hoodlums and macheted severally and he died while being rushed to a nearby hospital. 

According to the Oyo State, Police Public Relations Officer, Oyo State Command, Mr Olugbenga Fadeyi, the command had begun an investigation into the attack with a view to arresting the culprits.

The tragedy struck less than 24hours after an Agric stakeholders meeting held in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital in respect of the recurrent attacks by herdsmen in the zone. 

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

NSCDC Assures Oyo State Residents of Adequate Security

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Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command has guaranteed a safer atmosphere during the yuletide season.

This is contained in a statement signed in Ibadan by the Corps’ Public Relations Officer, Mr Oluwole Olusegun.

NSCDC Commandant in the state, Mr Iskilu Akinsanya, assures the residents on the preparedness of the Corps towards the incoming festive period that no stone will be left unturned in order to protect them maximally.

Mr Akinsanya says he has directed all the Area Commanders, Divisional Officers and personnel of the corps to intensify security coverage within the nooks and crannies of the state to maintain a peaceful coexistence among people.

He also reiterates his command’s commitment to provide adequate security of lives and property in order to make the Christmas and New Year Festival a crime free period for the citizens of the state.

The commandant enjoins the people of the state to go about their various businesses legitimately and be security-conscious at all times.

Mr Akinsanya therefore called on parents and guardians to caution their wards against the use of fireworks like banger to avoid fire disaster as the harmattan season has set in.

He stressed further that in-case of distress the command has rolled out numbers to call and they are 09055533303, 08077513995, and 09070473188 for prompt response.

NSCDC boss emphasized to the officers and men of the corps on the need to see the citizens as their neighbours and to always be civil and professional while discharging their duties.

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

Judiciary

COVID-19: Makinde Frees 15 Inmates

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has granted State pardon to another set of 15 convicted inmates.

Nine (9) inmates were released in Agodi Custodial Centre while the remaining six (6) were set free in Oyo Custodial Centre.

While congratulating the pardoned inmates, the Controller of Nigerian Correctional Service, Oyo State Command, Mr. Tosin Akinrujomu implored them to be good citizens of Nigeria and to engage in honest endeavours. 

He also reminded them to maintain social distancing and keep themselves safe from the COVID-19 pandemic.

These inmates according to a release from the Public Relations Officer, PRO, of the Service Mr. Olanrewaju Anjorin were released in line with the decision of the Federal Government to decongest Correctional Centres to prevent the spread of COVID-19, in the nation’s prison.

Sunday Ogunyemi

Crime

UTME: Oyo NSCDC Nabs 2 over Impersonation

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The long arm of the law has caught up with two students today for impersonation during the UTME session at Sunshine High School, NTC road Ibadan. 

The suspected impersonators are Kamar Segun 18 years and Omotola Olayinka, 20 years old.

While speaking with journalists at the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Oyo State Command, the two suspects confessed to have planned the impersonation by gaining entrance into the centre but were caught by security man of the school.

Segun and Olayinka thereby pleaded for leniency and promised never to get involved in examination malpractice, impersonation, or any other negative act.

While parading the suspects, NSCDC Commandant in Oyo state, Alhaji Iskilu Akinsanya said the command had partnered with Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board, JAMB to collectively fight against examination malpractice and any other related matters.

NSCDC boss who called on parents and guardians to always monitor and tutor their children and wards against examinations malpractice noted that anybody caught in the act would face the wrath of the law.

Rasheedah Makinde

Security

Recruitment: Oyo Police Command Begins Medical Screening

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 Nigeria Police, Oyo state command has called on successful candidates in the ongoing recruitment exercise to come for medical screening at the police headquarters.

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

It notes that the medical examination which started on the 9th of this month will be on till the fourteenth of this month.

The statement explains that the shortlisted candidates are to appear in white shorts and vest while the programme will begins by 8 0’clock in the morning daily.

It enjoins the candidates to come along with their online print out forms with two passport photographs.

Rasheedat Makinde