By Ayodele Oni
Ondo State Police Command has announced the Recovery of stolen livestock worth ₦41 Million.
The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, disclosed during a briefing in Akure that one Prince Fasua Peter Oyeleye ‘m’ reported that his employee, Ali Garuba Muhammed ‘m’, absconded with 55 cattle and eight sheep/rams, collectively valued at ₦41 million.
“A swift response by the Anti-Kidnapping Section led to the recovery of 22 stolen cows within 48 hours. The primary suspect remains at large, and concerted efforts are ongoing to recover the remaining livestock and bring him to justice.
Other feat recorded in the area of crime bursting include “Arrest of a Notorious Cultist.
“On 1st July 2025, at about 1630hrs, the DPO of ‘B’ Division Owo, acting on intelligence, led a decisive raid on the hideout of one Olujide Boluwaji Israel ‘m’ (aka Kendowell, aged 28), a known senior member of the Eiye Confraternity.
“The suspect was arrested at Igbolodu/Okanlawon Street, Owo, and is known for terrorizing students and residents, particularly within the Rufus Giwa Polytechnic community. He remains in custody, with ongoing efforts to arrest his fleeing accomplices.
“Arrest of two individuals in case of obtaining by False Pretense (OBT)
On 2nd July 2025, the Command’s SWAT Unit received a complaint from Tajudeen Latifa ‘f’, an online vendor based in Ogun State, regarding repeated fraudulent purchases totaling ₦4.5 million, made using fake bank alerts.
“The prime suspect, Bunmi Oyinlola ‘f’ (currently at large), had used multiple identities and delivery locations, including Akure.
“Prompt action led to the arrest of two male accomplices: Olamide Olawale ‘m’ and Oluwatosin Oluwasegun ‘m’, in Ondo town. Investigation continues, and all suspects will be prosecuted accordingly.”
Lawal, who resumed last week in the state assured that “Our mission has been clear from the onset: to restore and maintain law and order, safeguard lives and property, and create an atmosphere of peace and security for all law-abiding residents across the length and breadth of Ondo State.
“This mandate is not one we take lightly. It is rooted in our constitutional responsibility to protect the people and uphold the rule of law.
“From the hinterlands to the coastal waterways, our strategy has been holistic—emphasizing intelligence-led policing, proactive crime prevention measures, robust community engagement, and strategic inter-agency collaboration.”
The police boss dismissed report of discovery of a kidnappers’ den around Old Ikare Road in Owo.
“The story, which has been widely circulated without verification, has unfortunately created unnecessary panic and anxiety among residents and well-meaning members of the public.
“For the record, the said building in question is a government-owned structure reportedly constructed for ministerial purposes and intended to serve as an office space for the State Internal Revenue Agency. However, the facility has long been abandoned and left unused.
“The structure came to public attention when it was discovered by local vigilante members during routine surveillance. Upon inspection, a few abandoned personal items were found, suggesting that the place may have been used intermittently by someone likely of unsound mind or without shelter.
“Importantly, no evidence whatsoever was found to suggest any connection to kidnapping activities—past or present—nor was anything discovered that could be deemed incriminating.”
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