Police arrest 10 for forging documents and impersonation in Ibadan
Ten suspects have been arrested by the Oyo State Police Command for impersonation and forging official documents in Ibadan. According to the Police Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka, the group operated from a hideout in the Ogunpa area, producing fake stamps and certificates for government and private organisations. The suspects have confessed and are currently assisting police investigations. The police have urged the public to use official channels when obtaining documents to avoid fraud.
What happened
- The Oyo State Police Command apprehended 10 suspects, including Mumini Akanbi, Quadri Muhammed, and others, for impersonation.
- The group was found with fake police certificates, government stamps, and bank stamps at their hideout in the Ogunpa area of Ibadan.
- Search warrants led to the recovery of various forged documents and stamps from different ministries, banks, and private organisations.
- Preliminary investigations indicate the suspects are part of a well-organised syndicate involved in producing forged instruments.
- The police assured that the suspects will be charged to court after investigations and encouraged the public to avoid unofficial channels for documents.
