Operatives of the Ekiti State Amotekun Corps have arrested a 34-year-old man, Oluwabunmi Anifowose, for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl at Efon Alaaye in the Efon Local Government Area of Ekiti State. The suspect was arrested on Saturday at a hideout in Ijebu-Ijesha, Osun State, where he had fled to escape arrest.
According to Ekiti Amotekun Corps Commander, Brigadier General Olu Adewa (retd.), the minor was sent on an errand to buy fufu from another street when she was accosted by the suspect, leading to the rape incident. The corps commander stated that the suspect was arrested by Amotekun officers in Ijebu-Ijesha, Osun State, where he was hiding among suspected cult members.
The suspect has been handed over to the police at Efon Ekiti Division for further investigation and necessary action. The corps commander assured that the suspect would face the full weight of the law, emphasizing that there would be no hiding place for criminals in the state.
In a separate incident, Amotekun operatives at Ikole Ekiti arrested two men, 30-year-old Mr. Usman Sheidu and 32-year-old gateman Mr. Olalekan Aluko, for allegedly stealing an iron door at the Oke-ljebu Agege area in the Ikole Local Government Area.
Upon interrogation, the two suspects confessed to the crime. They have since been handed over to the Divisional Police in Ikole Ekiti for further profiling. The corps commander commended the Amotekun operatives for their diligence and professionalism in apprehending the suspects.
The Ekiti Amotekun Corps has reiterated its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of residents in the state. The corps commander called on residents to volunteer information that could help security agents prevent crimes and arrest suspects.
The arrest of the suspected rapist and thieves is a testament to the effectiveness of the Ekiti Amotekun Corps in maintaining law and order in the state. The corps has been instrumental in reducing crime rates and promoting a sense of security among residents.
The Ekiti State Government has also commended the Amotekun Corps for its efforts in maintaining peace and security in the state. The government has assured residents of its continued support for the corps and its commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all residents.
As the Ekiti Amotekun Corps continues to work tirelessly to maintain law and order in the state, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities
