Oyo Police Apprehend Three Armed Robbery Suspects, Recover N31.75 Million in Stolen Goods
The Oyo State Police Command has achieved a significant breakthrough in combating armed robbery, with the arrest of three suspects and the recovery of stolen goods valued at N31,750,000.00. This operation was made possible through credible intelligence provided by vigilant members of the public regarding a recent armed robbery incident in Ibadan.
Swift Action Following Public Tip-Off
According to a statement released on Wednesday, 25th February, 2026, by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, the arrest stemmed from a tip-off about an armed robbery that occurred along the Coca-Cola area in Asejire, Ibadan. The victim, identified as Ezekiel Inije, was reportedly robbed at gunpoint by a five-man gang.
Thanks to timely information from the public, police operatives swiftly mobilized, leading to the apprehension of three suspects and the recovery of stolen items worth over Thirty-One Million Naira. Upon receiving the intelligence, the Commissioner of Police for Oyo State Command, CP Femi Haruna psc (+), personally directed the CP Monitoring Unit to take immediate action.
Intelligence-Driven Operation Leads to Arrests
Leveraging a combination of human intelligence, technological expertise, and investigative skills, the operatives successfully tracked the criminal syndicate to the Oko area of Ogbomoso. There, they apprehended the three suspects and seized the stolen goods.
The arrested individuals are:
- Chigbo Mesoma, male, 24 years old
- Erondu Wisdom, male, 29 years old
- Okechukwu Emmanuel, male, 25 years old
Recovered items from the operation include:
- One Howo Long vehicle with Lagos registration number AAA 724 YJ, loaded with 2,000 bags of Karma Agric Chicken Feeds valued at N31,750,000.00
- One cutlass
- An additional set of Lagos State vehicle number plate LSR 339 XW
Police Commendation and Ongoing Efforts
CP Femi Haruna commended the operatives of the CP Monitoring Unit for their swift response, professionalism, and dedication, which were instrumental in this successful operation. He also expressed gratitude to the public for their timely and credible intelligence, emphasizing that community cooperation is invaluable in the fight against crime.
The Commissioner further directed that no stone be left unturned in ensuring the arrest and prosecution of the remaining members of the syndicate, who are notorious for highway robbery and hijacking of goods. The arrested suspects are fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation and have confessed to their involvement in the armed robbery.
Commitment to Public Safety
The Oyo State Police Command reassures the public that all efforts are being intensified to rid the state of armed robbery and other criminal activities, affirming that Oyo State will not be a fertile ground for criminals. Residents are encouraged to continue providing useful information to the police, with the assurance that all intelligence received will be treated with utmost confidentiality.
The Command remains steadfast in its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and will not relent in its efforts to bring all perpetrators of crime to justice.
