By Ismail Azeez
The Osun State Police Command has arrested four suspects over alleged conspiracy, attempted murder, assault occasioning harm and unlawful possession of prohibited firearms in Modakeke, Ife East Local Government Area of the state.
Those arrested were Olufemi Olatunji, 39; Ajayi Idowu, 31; Akingbala Oluwakemi, 40; and Adekunle Basirat, 40.
In a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, said that the suspects were arrested on August 9, 2026, following a petition addressed to the Commissioner of Police over the alleged offences.
According to the statement, “During searches conducted at the suspects’ residences and premises, two firearms were recovered. One cut-to-size locally made firearm was recovered from the shop of Adekunle Basirat, identified as the wife of Solomon Akinlabi, alias “Indomine.”
“Also, one pump-action firearm was recovered from the residence of Akingbala Oluwakemi, identified as the wife of Akingbala Akindele, alias “Ostand.” The suspects are currently in police custody and are assisting the police with the ongoing investigation. Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to apprehend other suspects who are currently at large and bring them to justice.
“In the same vein, operative of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) of the Command also arrested six (6) suspected members of unlawful society and conduct likely to cause the break of the peace, having received information that, some armed hoodlums invaded the campus with dangerous weapons and injured two students in the school premises.
“The Police Operative swung into action and arrested the following suspects: (1) Ajoba Akorede ‘m’ 27yrs, (2) Adam Oseni ‘m’ 27yrs, (3) Ogunrinde Ayomide ‘m’ 21yrs, (4) Ogunlana Muheez ‘m’ 26yrs, (5) Ajose Noah ‘m’ 25yrs and (6) Adeniyi Damola ‘m’ 25yrs.
“During the cause of interrogation, Ajoba Akorede and Adam Oseni confessed to be the members of Aye confraternity. Investigation is still on; all suspects will be charged to court after the completion of investigation.
“The Osun State Police Command reiterates its commitment to protecting lives and property and maintaining peace and security across the State.
“Members of the public are encouraged to continue providing the police with credible and timely information that can assist in preventing and combating crime,” it stated.