Two arrested in Ogun over Edo kidnapping and murder case
Two suspects have been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command in connection with a kidnapping and murder case under investigation in the Okada area of Edo State. The suspects, identified as Gafaru Adamu and Muhammed Sanni, were apprehended in Ijebu-Ode following intelligence-driven operations. According to police spokesperson Oluseyi Babaseyi, the duo is believed to be part of a seven-man kidnapping syndicate. The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, praised the operatives for their efforts and emphasized the importance of public vigilance.
What happened
- Gafaru Adamu and Muhammed Sanni were arrested in the Ijebu-Ode area after being found suspicious by security personnel.
- The suspects are linked to the kidnapping and murder of two hostages in the Okada area of Edo State.
- Police recovered a pair of police camouflage uniform and three mobile phones from the suspects.
- The suspects and exhibits will be transferred to the Edo State Police Command for further investigation and possible prosecution.
- Bode Ojajuni commended the police team and urged the public to continue providing credible information to aid crime prevention.
