The Osun State Amotekun Corps has arrested six suspects in separate operations across Osogbo and neighbouring communities for offenses including burglary, theft, fraud, and illegal possession of firearms.
The arrests followed multiple distress calls from residents and were part of the corps’ intensified efforts to curb rising criminal activities in the state.
One of the suspects, Monsuru Moshood, 35, from Osogbo, was caught stealing electrical wires from an uncompleted building. He reportedly confessed to engaging in similar thefts for over three years, selling the wires—worth over ₦350,000—for just ₦10,000 to a buyer at Sabo, Osogbo.
In another case, Nurudeen Olawale, 32, from Ibadan, was apprehended while attempting to steal money from a mosque at Ogo-Oluwa, Osogbo. Worshippers raised the alarm during early morning prayers, leading to his swift arrest by Amotekun operatives.
Similarly, Oladare Yusuf, 21, from Iragbiji, was arrested after stealing cocoa from a farm in Apara village. He admitted to the crime and said it was his first attempt.
The corps also nabbed Olamide Olowo, 39, from Okinni, for allegedly using fake mobile transfers to defraud foodstuff sellers. He confessed to defrauding nearly ten victims before being tracked to his hideout.
Two others, Hamzat Mukaila, 45, a motorcyclist from Osogbo, and Tobi Omoranti, 30, a security guard from Ibadan, were arrested in the Ita-Olokan area around 12:25 a.m. for attempting to burgle a shop. They were found in possession of a gun and cutlass.
Speaking on the arrests, the Corps Commander, High Chief Dr. Adekunle Isaac Omoyele, commended Amotekun operatives for their swift response and praised residents for their cooperation in providing useful information. He assured that all suspects would face prosecution.
“We urge our people to remain security conscious and promptly report suspicious activities. The Osun Amotekun Corps remains committed to protecting lives and property in the state,” Omoyele said.
The corps reiterated its call for residents to continue supporting law enforcement efforts by reporting criminal activities to security agencies.
