According to the Ondo State Police Command, two suspected kidnappers have been taken into custody and recovered motorcycles allegedly used by the suspects in the state.
This is said in a statement that the command’s spokesperson, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, provided to reporters on Monday in Akure, the state capital.
Jimoh stated that the arrest reiterated the command’s dedication to the protection of lives and property.
He claims that on February 11, 2026, operatives of the command’s Anti-Kidnapping Unit used reliable tracking analysis and technical intelligence to apprehend the suspects.
“The tracking led to the arrest of Abubakar Sindiku (M), 25 years, and Oliver Okoh (M), 35 years, in Sabo Sango, Ado Road, and Ilado Community, respectively.
“Both suspects were apprehended in connection with an ongoing investigation into a kidnapping case within the state.
“Upon arrest, their statements were duly recorded, and they are currently assisting the police with useful information. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspects belong to a kidnapping syndicate.
“They reportedly used their motorcycles for reconnaissance, gathering information about potential targets.
“Both suspects also provided logistics support, including supplying food and other operational accessories to members of the syndicate.
“The motorcycles and relevant tools used in facilitating their criminal activities were recovered. Investigation is ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate and ensure they are brought to justice,” he said.
According to the spokesperson, the state commissioner of police further assured citizens that the command was unwavering in its resolve to protect people and property across the state.
Jimoh urged the public to maintain their vigilance and to continue to provide timely, credible and actionable information to security agencies.
Residents of Eleyewo Community in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State staged a protest on Saturday morning following the abduction of a couple by suspected armed men.
The attackers reportedly kidnapped Jamiu Olawale and his wife, shot another individual who managed to escape, and caused other residents to flee as the assailants opened sporadic fire.
In response, residents blocked the Akure-Owo Expressway during the protest, chanting solidarity songs.
The incident occurred barely two days after the monarch of Agamo Community in the same local government area, Oba Kehinde Falodun, was reportedly killed by armed men.
(NAN)
