Osun Police Arrest 14 Suspects in Statewide Raids, Recover Firearmsq

The Osun State Police Command says it has arrested 14 suspects in coordinated raids across the state and recovered firearms and other dangerous weapons.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, said in a statement that the operation was part of efforts to curb crime ahead of the 2027 general elections.

According to the police, 37 people were arrested during raids on suspected criminal hideouts in 7 locations on October 25th. 23 were released after screening, while 14 were retained for further investigation.

The police said the suspects were linked to alleged extortion, thuggery, illicit drug-related activities and other offences capable of threatening public peace.

The command also confirmed the arrest of 2 suspected cultists following a violent clash at Laoye Street in Ede North Local Government Area of the state

According to the statement, one of the suspects, Salaudeen Mujib, was arrested with a locally made firearm and the other suspect, Olaposi Afeez, was allegedly found with a battle axe and local charms.

The police said the suspects confessed to belonging to the Aye and Eiye confraternities, adding that efforts were ongoing to arrest other fleeing members.

The Commissioner of Police in osun state Ibrahim Zungura, warned suspected criminals to desist from activities that threaten public safety, assuring residents that the command would sustain its fight against crime.