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The Oyo State Police Command wishes to categorically debunk the viral messages currently circulating across various social media platforms alleging that the pupils and teachers abducted from Ahoro Esiele and Yawota Communities in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State have been released by their abductors. The Command states unequivocally that the claim is false, misleading, and entirely unsubstantiated.  As of the time of this release, there has been no such development, and members of the public are advised to disregard the report in its entirety. The Command wishes to reassure the good people of Oyo State and the families of the victims that intensive and coordinated rescue operations remain ongoing.  Security operatives are working tirelessly, deploying all available human and operational resources to ensure the safe rescue of the abducted pupils and teachers, their unharmed reunification with their families, and the apprehension and prosecution of all those ...

The Ogun State Police Command has commenced an investigation following the apprehension of two male suspects by personnel of the Nigeria Forest Security Service in the Atiba area of Ijebu-Ode on Thursday, June 4, 2026. The suspects were intercepted during a security operation and subsequently handed over for further investigation.  Preliminary inquiries are ongoing to establish their identities and determine the circumstances surrounding their activities within the area. The Ogun State Police Command wishes to assure residents that the situation is under control and that there is no cause for alarm.  The suspects will be subjected to a thorough and professional investigation in accordance with the law, while any further action will be guided by the outcome of ongoing inquiries. The Command remains committed to maintaining public safety and security across the state and urges members of the public to continue supporting law enforcement agencies with cred...

The Ogun State Police Command has debunked a security scare in Ifo following the circulation of information alleging that a bus conveying suspected criminals was sighted along the Ibogun Road axis. Acting on intelligence received on June 3, 2026, police surveillance and anti-robbery teams swiftly responded to the area and discovered that the bus, which had been intercepted by some youths, was conveying 21 labourers engaged by a construction company handling the reconstruction and rehabilitation of the Ifo–Ibogun Road. Further verification by the police confirmed that the workers were legitimately employed for the ongoing federal road project.  The report linking them to criminal activities was found to be false and unfounded.  Police officers subsequently assured the workers of their safety and escorted them to their work site, while members of the public were cautioned against spreading unverified information capable of causing unnecessary panic and harassment of ...

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested one Mr. Johnson Elleh for producing and circulating a misleading video falsely alleging kidnapping and banditry activities along the Owode-Idiroko axis of Ogun State. Upon receipt of the viral video, the Command immediately subjected its contents to scrutiny and commenced a swift investigation to verify the claims contained therein.  Findings revealed that the video was false, misleading, and deliberately designed to create fear, panic, and anxiety among members of the public.  Extensive investigation and verification further established that there was no kidnapping or banditry incident as portrayed in the video within the Owode-Idiroko axis or its environs. Further investigation revealed that the suspect was featured in the video and was subsequently identified by detectives, leading to his arrest.  Preliminary findings indicate that he deliberately fabricated and circulated the false narrative for attention and cont...

The Ogun State Security Network Agency and Amotekun Corps is currently conducting its Screening Exercise for eligible applicants from across the State seeking gainful employment with the  Agency. Seasoned and experienced personnel from the Nigerian Army, Nigeria Police, Department of State Services and Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, respectively, have been engaged by the Corps to serve as Consultants at the Exercise with a view to engendering transparency, fairness, as well as ensuring that only the best and most qualified applicants are ultimately recruited into the Ogun State Amotekun Corps fold. The Exercise, which commenced on Monday, 18th May, 2026 is being held at designated Centres across the State, with each of the venues witnessing an impressive turnout of applicants.  The final stretch of the Exercise, which commenced at the Abeokuta Centre today, Thursday, 4th June, 2026, is expected ...

The Police Command wishes to inform members of the public that, acting on credible intelligence, operatives of the Anti-Cultism Unit, in collaboration with personnel of the Amotekun Corps, carried out a coordinated operation in the Ita Baale area of Ogbori, Efon. During the operation, one Salami Obisesan, a 21-year-old male, was apprehended. A cut-to-size locally made firearm was recovered from his possession. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect obtained the firearm from a friend who is currently serving a prison sentence at the Ikoyi Correctional Centre.  The suspect also stated that he is a member of the Neo Black Movement, also known as Black Axe. The suspect is currently in police custody while further investigation is ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the possession of the firearm and to identify other individuals who may be connected to the case. The recovered firearm has been taken into custody as an exhibit. ...