28/08/2026
Officers of the Nigerian Police attached to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) have reportedly arrested Uthman Olalekan, a media aide to Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke.
Olalekan was reportedly arrested in the early hours of Friday, August 28, 2026, at his residence in Ede, Osun State, by four police officers attached to the State CID.
The circumstances surrounding his arrest remain unclear, as the Osun State Police Command had yet to publicly disclose the reason for his detention or the allegations against him as of the time of filing this report.
The development has generated concerns among citizens and political stakeholders, particularly coming amid heightened political tension in the state following the recent election.
There are also reports that the police are allegedly tracking four other media aides attached to the governor’s media team, a development that has raised concerns among supporters and associates of the affected individuals.
Some stakeholders have described the development as an alleged attempt to intimidate members of the governor’s media team, while demanding that Olalekan be released if he has committed no offence.
They also urged the police to ensure that the media aide is not subjected to unlawful detention, intimidation or harassment, stressing the importance of respecting due process and fundamental rights.
However, the police are legally empowered to investigate alleged offences and make arrests where necessary, provided such actions are carried out in accordance with the law.
As of press time, the Osun State Police Command had not issued an official statement explaining the circumstances surrounding Olalekan’s arrest.
More details will be provided as further information emerges.