PRESS RELEASE
Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery Foiled: Ondo Police Arrest 10, Recover Firearms
The Ondo State Police Command wishes to inform the public of the arrest of ten (10) suspects in connection with a violent attack on Igoba Community, Akure North Local Government Area, on 2nd October, 2025, at about 1130hrs.
On the said date, a group of hoodlums, armed with firearms, knives, charms, and other dangerous weapons, invaded Igoba Community with the intent to wreak havoc. In the course of their violent activities, Mrs. Ogunoye Oluomo (F) was viciously attacked, injured, and dispossessed of her belongings.
The assailants further advanced to the palace of His Royal Highness, Oba Adinlewa John of Igoba, where they attempted to assassinate the monarch. Fortunately, the royal father narrowly escaped the life-threatening assault.
Upon receipt of the distress call, the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Adebowale Lawal, promptly directed all necessary operational assets and manpower to the area. Led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, the tactical team effected the arrest of ten (10) suspects.
The suspects have confessed to their various roles in the unrest and will all be charged to court upon the completion of investigations.
Items recovered from the suspects include:
• Two (2) locally fabricated pistols,
• One (1) single-barrel gun,
• Several rounds of live ammunition,
• Assorted charms,
• Knives and machetes, and
• Other dangerous weapons used during the attack.
The injured victim is currently receiving medical treatment and responding positively, while efforts are ongoing to track down other fleeing suspects. Normalcy has since been restored to Igoba Community, with security presence reinforced to forestall further breakdown of law and order.
The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, further reassured the public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property. He emphasized that the Nigeria Police Force, under the strategic leadership of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, remains steadfast in its proactive and people-centered policing approach, which has continued to yield positive results across the country.
The Command hereby sounds a clear and stern warning to all criminally minded individuals and groups: Ondo State will never be a breeding ground for lawlessness.
Anyone who dares to test the resolve of the Nigeria Police will be brought under control with the full force of the law, arrested, and made to face the full wrath of justice without exception. Criminals are therefore advised to repent, relocate, or be ready to meet the uncompromising determination of law enforcement agencies at the same time, the Command assures all law-abiding citizens that they have nothing to fear. Residents are encouraged to go about their lawful businesses without panic, as the Police remain resolute in providing maximum security for every community across the State.
E- Signed
DSP AYANLADE OLAYINKA OLUSHOLA
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
Ondo State Police Command
For: – Commissioner of Police, Ondo State
Date: 4th October, 2025
