Police foil bomb plot, arrest six suspects in Akure
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The Ondo State Police Command has arrested six people over an alleged plan to bomb government facilities in Akure. Commissioner of Police Adebowale Lawal said the suspects were apprehended after credible intelligence led officers to their location. Several items believed to be components for making improvised explosive devices were recovered, along with other incriminating materials. The arrests come as the state faces increasing security concerns.
What happened
- Adebowale Lawal announced the arrest of six suspects over a planned bomb attack in Akure.
- The operation, carried out on April 15, 2026, led to the recovery of materials for making improvised explosive devices and other items.
- Suspects include Adekunle Prosper, Ojo Olumide, Tope Kolawole, Ahmed Salihu, Bolaji Adebowale, and Gbadebo Abidemi.
- The group allegedly rented an apartment in the Oke-Odu area of Akure as a base for their activities.
- Police say their intervention prevented potential loss of lives and property damage.
