Five suspected members of an armed robbery gang have been arrested by the Oyo State Police Command during an intelligence-driven operation in Ibadan.
The suspects were apprehended at Oke Labo area of the city following information received by detectives attached to the Mapo Divisional Police Headquarters.
The operation took place around 11:16 a.m. on November 11, 2026, when officers stormed a building in the area and conducted a search.
Those arrested were identified as Ijo Lekan, 28; Abdulateef Ishola, 26; Idowu Rasheed, 19; Azeez Olalekan, 23; and Seun Adeniran, 24.
Police said one locally manufactured pistol and seven live cartridges were recovered during the operation. However, some other suspects allegedly linked to the gang escaped and are currently being sought.
According to the police, preliminary interrogation revealed that the arrested suspects confessed to belonging to an armed robbery syndicate. They also reportedly admitted participating in several violent attacks and other criminal activities across Ibadan.
The suspects are said to be assisting investigators with information that could lead to the arrest of other members of the gang and the recovery of additional evidence.
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The Oyo State Commissioner of Police, Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, has ordered a thorough investigation to uncover the full activities of the suspected criminal group and apprehend everyone connected to its operations.
The police command reaffirmed its commitment to tackling criminal activities and removing illegal firearms from circulation across the state.
Residents were also urged to provide credible information that could help security agencies prevent crime and protect lives and property.
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