05/06/2026
Ogun Police Arrest Seven Suspects, Recover Firearm and Stolen Items in Major Security Crackdown
The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing fight against crime with the arrest of seven suspects linked to armed robbery, house breaking, stealing, conspiracy, and other criminal activities in coordinated operations across Sango-Ota, Owode-Egba, and Agbado areas of the state.
According to the Command, operatives of the Sango-Ota Division arrested three suspects — Pelumi Akintande (21), Mojeed Sanusi (28), and Mubarak Lateef (17) — over an alleged armed robbery incident in Alasia Community. Police recovered a locally fabricated cut-to-size pistol and an expended cartridge allegedly used during the operation, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing members of the gang.
In a separate operation, officers attached to the Owode-Egba Division arrested 22-year-old Damilare Makanjuola for alleged house breaking and stealing in Ofada. Investigations reportedly linked the suspect to several burglary cases within Sun City Estate, where electrical appliances, cash, and other valuables were stolen. The division also arrested Tijani Jubril (28) and Ezra Modi (22) after they were allegedly caught attempting to dispose of stolen electrical appliances removed from a residential property in Treasure Island Estate, Awo Village.
Meanwhile, operatives of the Agbado Division arrested Waris Adebesin (22) for allegedly causing tension around a secondary school environment while armed with a knife. Police said their swift intervention prevented a possible breach of peace and ensured the safety of students, staff, and residents in the area.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the officers involved in the successful operations and appreciated members of the public for providing timely information that aided the arrests. He assured residents that the Command remains committed to dismantling criminal networks and sustaining peace and security across Ogun State. All suspects remain in custody as investigations continue.
