The Oyo State Police Command has arrested five suspects over alleged unlawful possession of firearms in Ibadan, the state capital.
The suspects, identified as Ijo Lekan, Abdulateef Ishola, Idowu Rasheed, Azeez Olalekan and Seun Adeniran, were apprehended during an intelligence-led operation in the Oke Labo area of Ibadan.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Olayinka Ayanlade, detectives carried out a search of a building following credible intelligence, leading to the arrest of the five suspects.
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Items recovered during the operation include one locally made pistol and seven live cartridges.
The police said the suspects are currently in custody, while other individuals allegedly connected to the operation remain at large.
The command has yet to disclose further details about the ongoing investigation.
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