Attack On Obesere, Fuji Musician: Police Arrests Two Suspects

By Ayodele Oni

Ondo State Police Command has announced the recovery of the sum of N479, 000, out of about N4 million allegedly stolen from a fuji musician at Okitipupa at the weekend.

Already, two suspects have been apprehended in connection with the violent attack and robbery of the musician.

The incident occurred during a burial ceremony held at the Government Field, Okitipupa.

Command spokesman, Olusola Ayanlade in a statement on Sunday, explained that credible intelligence indicating that a popular Yoruba Fuji musician, Abbas Akande Obesere, was assaulted during the event.

“Further investigations revealed that on 21st November 2025, a group of suspected hoodlums led by one Michael Abbey, popularly known as “Emir”, allegedly attacked the musician, while he was performing.

“During the assault, the suspects reportedly stole a bag containing ₦4,000,000, as well as a gold chain, handset, and wristwatch.

“The situation escalated when the victim’s manager sustained an injury to the hand after being stabbed with a broken bottle while attempting to intervene.

“Acting swiftly on these findings, operatives of the Command initiated targeted operations that resulted in the arrest of two key suspects identified as:

Michael Abbey ‘M’ a.k.a Emir, Oniye Oke ‘M’.

“During interrogation, both suspects confessed to their involvement in the criminal operation. A total sum of ₦479,100 was recovered as part of the stolen proceeds.

“Efforts are currently being intensified to track down the remaining fleeing suspects and recover the outstanding exhibits linked to the case.”

Ayonla Obesere Authentic, Media Manager to Alhaji Abass Akande Obesere, in his statement to the police,  stated that “I wish to make the following statement regarding an incident that occurred on 21 November 2025 at a burial ceremony in Okitipupa town, Ondo State.

“After Alhaji Abass Akande Obesere (Papa) concluded his performance and while we were preparing to leave the venue, large groups of touts surrounded the area.

“One group converged on my location because I was carrying the bag of money. Despite our efforts to leave peacefully, my principal and I were aggressively confronted. The assailants demanded that I hand over the bag; when I refused, a violent struggle ensued.

“During the attack I was beaten and my shoulder was dislocated as a result of the struggle. I was also struck with a knife while attempting to get into the car; I cannot confirm a stabbing wound but I sustained several blows and am in significant pain.

“The attackers overpowered me and made away with the bag of money. At the same time, another group continued to manhandle Alhaji Abass Akande Obesere even after he attempted to placate them by giving money. I later guided Alhaji into our vehicle and we left the scene to seek safety and medical attention.”