By Adesakin Adefemi
The Ogun State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in its fight against armed robbery, arresting eight suspected members of a violent gang responsible for attacks and hijackings along the Papalanto-Ilaro and Owode-Idiroko axis.
This latest operation is a testament to the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property in the state.
According to a statement released by DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, Police Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Command, the operation was intelligence-led, with detectives deploying covert surveillance and crime pattern analysis to identify and penetrate the syndicate. The police worked tirelessly to gather evidence and track down the suspects, ultimately leading to their arrest.
The suspects, identified as Mogaji Sodiq, Adebowale Lekan, Ajah Peter, Ganiyu Razaq, Odeleye Ayoola, Egboja Amos, Bello Akeem, and Olaifa Sunday, were apprehended at different locations across the state.
The police recovered a hijacked trailer truck, 900 bags of cement, and a locally made single-barrel pistol during the operation.
Investigations revealed that the syndicate had carried out previous criminal operations, targeting commercial supply chains and disrupting the state’s economy. The police are working to determine the extent of the syndicate’s activities and identify other members.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, has directed operatives to intensify surveillance and dismantle the criminal network through targeted intelligence-led operations. The police are working to track down other fleeing members and identify accomplices and logistics channels.
The suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations, and the police are confident that justice will be served.
The Ogun State Police Command assures residents and road users that operations targeting organised crime will continue, and encourages the public to report suspicious activities through emergency lines.
The command appreciates the public’s support and cooperation in the fight against crime, and urges everyone to remain vigilant and report any information to the police.
The police can be reached through the following emergency lines: Gateway Shield (General Complaints Line – Toll Free): 0800 000 9111; Emergency Numbers: 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, and 0708 497 2994.
