By our Reporter
The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a major security breakthrough with the arrest of seven suspects linked to armed robbery, house breaking, stealing, conspiracy, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace in coordinated operations across Sango-Ota, Owode-Egba, and Agbado.
The Command said the intelligence-driven operations, carried out with the support of members of the public, led to the recovery of a firearm, ammunition, stolen electrical appliances, and other exhibits.
In a statement issued on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the operations underscore the Command’s commitment to sustaining peace and security across the state.
According to the statement, operatives of the Sango-Ota Division arrested three suspects identified as Pelumi Akintande, 21; Mojeed Sanusi, 28; and Mubarak Lateef, 17, over an alleged armed robbery incident in Alasia Community.
The suspects were accused of participating in an attack on a resident during which valuables were forcefully taken. Acting on credible intelligence and information provided by members of the public, police operatives tracked and arrested the suspects.
A locally fabricated cut-to-size pistol and an expended cartridge allegedly used during the robbery operation were recovered from the suspects. Police said efforts are ongoing to apprehend other members of the gang who remain at large.
In a separate operation, officers attached to the Owode-Egba Division arrested Damilare Makanjuola, 22, in connection with house breaking and stealing in Ofada.
Investigators alleged that the suspect scaled a fence in an attempt to gain unlawful access to a shop. Further investigations reportedly linked him to other burglary incidents within Sun City Estate, Ofada, where electrical appliances, cash exceeding ₦100,000, and other personal valuables were stolen.
Recovered items have been secured as exhibits while investigations continue.
The division also arrested two suspects, Tijani Jubril, 28, and Ezra Modi, 22, for conspiracy and stealing within Treasure Island Estate, Awo Village.
The suspects were intercepted while allegedly attempting to dispose of stolen electrical appliances concealed in a sack. Preliminary investigations revealed that the items had been removed from a residential property after a forced entry into the premises.
Meanwhile, operatives of the Agbado Division arrested Waris Adebesin, 22, for conduct likely to cause a breach of peace and threatening violence.
Police said the suspect was found armed with a knife while creating tension and disrupting activities around a secondary school environment. The swift intervention of officers prevented further panic and ensured the safety of students, school staff, and members of the public. The knife was recovered at the point of arrest.
The Command disclosed that all seven suspects remain in custody and are undergoing further investigation, while efforts are ongoing to arrest other individuals connected to the various crimes.
Commending the officers involved in the operations, the Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, praised their professionalism, discipline, and prompt response.
He also thanked residents for providing timely and credible information that contributed significantly to the successful arrests.
Ojajuni assured residents that the achievements form part of a sustained statewide security strategy aimed at dismantling criminal networks and strengthening public safety across Ogun State.
The police boss further sympathised with victims affected by the incidents and assured them that justice would be diligently pursued.
The Command urged residents to remain vigilant and continue supporting law enforcement agencies by promptly reporting suspicious activities and security concerns.
