DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the spokesperson for the command, confirmed the incident to our reporter on Thursday in Okitipupa.

Jimoh said that the farmer was killed in his farm on Aug. 15, at Oligbe farm settlement in Okitipupa.

He disclosed that the wife of the slain farmer, Mrs Veronica Iwasanmi reported the incident to the police, leading to the arrest of the prime suspect, Ikulala.

According to him, the command has commenced investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the farmer, whose lifeless body was discovered in his farm.

“The incident was reported by his wife who stated that she returned from fetching water in the farm to discover her husband missing, only to later find him lying in a pool of blood with suspected machete wounds on his head and neck.

“Upon receiving the report, police operatives immediately mobilised to the scene, where the area was examined.

“The corpse was subsequently evacuated to the State Specialist Hospital Mortuary, Okitipupa, for preservation.

“Police operatives have arrested one Ikulala in connection with the killing,” the command’s spokesperson told NAN.

He said that the Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu, has ordered a thorough investigation into the incident.

Jimoh assured members of the public that anyone found culpable would face the full weight of the law.

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The military operational updates made available to our reporter on Thursday in Abuja, said the successes were recorded across the theatres of operation between Aug. 17 and Aug. 19.

The report said the troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA rescued 14 kidnapped victims after intercepting terrorists moving through Madaci Forest in Sabuwa Local Government Area (LGA) of Katsina State.

It said the victims, comprising six males and eight females, were abducted from different locations in Dandume, Bakori and Funtua areas of the state.

The report also revealed that troops rescued two abducted victims with gunshot wounds at Kwanoni Village in Tsafe LGA of Zamfara, after responding swiftly to intelligence on terrorist activities in the area.

“In Kebbi, troops rescued three kidnapped victims during a search-and-rescue operation around Auda Village in Danko Wasagu LGA.

“Also, troops of Operation MESA foiled a kidnap attempt in Isanlu-Esa, Yagba West LGA of Kogi, rescuing a civilian who had been attacked on a farmland.

“In Taraba, troops of Operation WHIRL STROKE rescued 18 kidnapped victims at Kwatan Bajji in Ibi LGA after criminals fled on sighting the troops.

“The victims were subsequently released to reunite with their families,” it said.

In Kwara, the report said troops of Operation SAVANNAH SHIELD also rescued seven kidnap victims during a night patrol around Latandaji in Patigi LGA.

It added that troops, deployed at Gada, recovered the victims at about 9 p.m. while conducting patrols in the area.

According to the report, troops of the same operation neutralised one terrorist during an encounter at Alabe Idera in Ifelodun LGA of Kwara.

“The troops, who came under terrorist ambush while on fighting patrol, responded with heavy firepower, forcing the terrorists to withdraw in disarray.

“The troops recovered an AK-47 rifle magazine containing five rounds of 7.62mm ammunition, a mobile phone and a solar panel, while one soldier sustained injuries,” it added.

The report further revealed that troops of the Joint Task Force North East, Operation HADIN KAI, arrested suspected terrorist logistics suppliers and collaborators in separate operations across Borno.

It said the troops of 151 Task Force Battalion and Civilian Joint Task Force intercepted five female suspected terrorist logistics suppliers at Ngurusoye in Bama LGA.

It added that troops also recovered 65 packs of sweets, 117 packs of biscuits, 167 sachets of salt and other sundry items from the suspects.

“Similarly, troops of 159 Battalion arrested two suspected terrorist collaborators at Maine checkpoint in Geidam, Yobe, for allegedly providing medical assistance and logistics to wounded terrorists.

“Recovered items included medical supplies, cigarettes, cannabis, mobile phones, identity cards, a voter card, ATM card and ₦11,500.

“In Adamawa, troops of 232 Battalion arrested two suspected ISWAP members at Garaha in Hong LGA and subsequently apprehended another associate.

“The troops recovered a mobile phone, SIM card, bows and arrows, a local sword and four locally fabricated guns.

“Troops also arrested six suspected drug dealers in Damboa, Borno, recovering substances suspected to be marijuana and other hard drugs,” the report said.

In Nasarawa, the report said the troops of 177 Guards Battalion, working with the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, arrested three suspected drug peddlers during a snap check along the Keffi-Abuja Road.

It added that troops recovered suspected crystal methamphetamine, popularly known as “ice”, and other substances.

“The troops also made significant gains against improvised explosive devices in Borno, safely detecting and detonating two IEDs along strategic routes.

“The operational successes came as troops sustained offensive operations, intelligence-driven patrols, search-and-rescue missions and inter-agency collaboration across the various theatres,” it added.

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The defendants, of unknown addresses, are facing a four-count charge bordering on conspiracy, attempt to steal, and stealing.

The defendants, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge preferred against them.

The prosecutor, ASP Akinwale Oriyomi, told the court that the defendants committed the offence on Aug. 8 at about 08:00 a.m in Ado-Ekiti.

He alleged that the defendants conspired together to commit felony to wit: stealing.

“On March 28, at about 09:00 a.m in Ado-Ekiti, the defendants stole Wema Bank ATM card from one clergy, Mr Obadimeji Busuyi and unlawfully withdrew the sum of N660, 000 from his account.

“Also on March 29 at about 09:06 a.m in Ado-Ekiti, the defendants stole another Wema bank ATM card from one Selewa Akinola and unlawfully withdrew the sum of N144,000 from his account,” Oriyomi alleged.

According to him, the offences contravened Sections 421, 416(1), 302(1)(a) and 302(1)(a) of the Criminal Law of Ekiti State, 2021.

The prosecutor asked the court for adjournment to enable him study the case file and assemble his witnesses.

The counsel to the defendants, Mr Olorunfemi Alabi, urged the court to grant the defendants bail, with a promise that they would not jump bail.

The Chief Magistrate, Mr Abayomi Adeosun, granted bail to the defendants in the sum of N200, 000 each, with two sureties each in like sum.

He, thereafter, adjourned the case till Sept.25, for hearing.

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The two men, of no fixed addresses, were arraigned on a three-count charge of stealing, conspiracy and damage.

They pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The Prosecutor, E.O. Adaraloye, told the court that the defendants committed the offences at about 2.30 p.m. at Papillon Plastic Company Limited, Erinko Estate, Ijoko Road, Ota.

Adaraloye alleged that the defendants conspired to steal earthen cable of an operational machine, valued at N90,000 and belonging to Papillon Plastic Company Limited.

He also told the court that the duo also damaged the earthen cable in the process of trying to remove it from the machine.

He said that the offences contravened Sections 390(9),451 and 515 of the Criminal Code, Laws of Ogun, 2006.

The Magistrate, Mrs O.O. Fadairo, granted the defendants bail in the sum of N50,000 with one surety each in like sum.

She also ordered that the sureties must reside within the court’s jurisdiction and be gainfully employed with evidence of tax payment to Ogun Government.

The case was later adjourned to September 8 for further hearing.

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NDLEA Chairman, retired Brig.-Gen. Mohamed Buba Marwa, disclosed this at a news conference on Tuesday in Lagos.

According to Marwa, the seizure is the largest cocaine consignment intercepted from a courier company in the agency’s history.

He said the agency recovered the consignment in collaboration with the management of the unnamed logistics company.

Marwa said one of the suspects, an employee of the courier company, was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos.

He said NDLEA operatives arrested him while he was attempting to leave the country.

Marwa said the seizure further exposed Nigeria’s use as a transit hub for illicit drugs destined for foreign countries.

He warned drug barons, traffickers, financiers, distributors and dealers that the agency had intensified operations against their networks.

“Wherever you hide, whoever sponsors you and however sophisticated your network may be, the long arm of the law will reach you,” Marwa said.

He said the NDLEA would sustain its collaboration with security agencies and other stakeholders to disrupt illicit drug supply and distribution networks.

Marwa urged Nigerians to provide timely and credible information to help law enforcement agencies identify and dismantle drug trafficking networks.

He commended NDLEA officers for their diligence and professionalism in the fight against illicit drug trafficking.

The NDLEA chairman said the agency would remain committed to preventing criminal organisations from using Nigeria as a transit route for illicit drugs.

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This is contained in a statement issued by the spokesperson for the command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, on Monday in Akure.

Jimoh said that the deceased was found in the pool of blood at her residence on Sunday when operatives of the command received a report on the incident.

He said that preliminary information revealed that the victim had sustained deep machete cuts and was already dead when she was discovered.

“Following the report, police operatives from Ore Division immediately mobilised to the scene, secured the area and commenced preliminary investigation.

“A machete suspected to have been used in the attack was recovered, while the scene was photographed and documented.

“The suspected assailant, initially identified simply as Samuel, was reported to have fled the scene before the arrival of the police.

“Following sustained efforts by the operatives, Samuel Akoade was subsequently arrested and taken into police custody,” Jimoh said.

He added that the remains of the deceased have been deposited at the mortuary.

Jimoh also said that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Akure, for further investigation.

He said that the state Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu has directed that the investigation be conducted professionally to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing and ensure that anyone found culpable was brought to justice.

Jimoh reassured residents of the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property.

He urged members of the public to continue providing timely and useful information to the police, particularly on suspicious activities within their communities.

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The command, in a statement issued on Friday by SP Ramhan Nansel, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), said that the protest was reportedly being organised by a group known as Concern Women in Politics, Lafia Local Government.

According to the statement, the group had called on about 10,000 women to take to the streets on Aug. 17 to protest what it described as the arbitrary arrest and illegal detention of suspected followers of retired Inspector-General of Police, Mr Mohammed Abubakar Adamu.

It stated that the Commissioner of Police, Mr Shetima Mohammed, while acknowledging citizens’ right to express grievances through lawful means, cautioned against the planned street protest, citing the fragile security situation in Lafia.

Mohammed urged the organisers and intended participants to engage relevant authorities through dialogue and other legitimate means to seek redress for their perceived grievances.

He warned that street gatherings could be hijacked by miscreants, infringe on the rights of other members of the public, disrupt socio-economic activities and threaten peace and security in the state.

The commissioner assured residents that the command remained committed to protecting the fundamental rights of citizens and maintaining peace and public order across the state.

He, however, warned that security agencies would not allow any individual or group to truncate the peace in the state.

Mohammed said anyone found engaging in acts capable of causing a breach of public peace, obstructing lawful activities, destroying property, attacking persons or violating the law would be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with extant laws.

He called on residents of Lafia and the state to remain calm, law-abiding and peaceful, and to resist attempts to use the proposed protest as a platform to cause disorder or undermine the peace of the state.

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Spokesman for the command, SP Bright Edafe disclosed this to newsmen on Friday in Warri.

Edafe said that the stolen vehicle was recovered on Thursday by police operatives attached to the “A division” Warri.

He said that the operatives received a report on the stolen vehicle and promptly mobilised to ensure it’s recovery.

“On Aug. 13, operatives of the ‘A’ Division, Warri, received a report that an ash-coloured 2003 Toyota Corolla car was stolen from where it was parked at Awani Close, Ajamimogha, Warri.

“Detectives of the division immediately commenced a coordinated operation in conjunction with the Dragon Patrol Team.

“The coordinated operation led to the recovery of the vehicle parked on the Winners Church Road, Ughelli, barely two hours, after the report was received,” he said.

Edafe said that efforts were on top gear to identify and apprehend the suspects linked to the crime.

He said that the Commissioner of Police in charge of the command, Mr Yemi Oyeniyi, commended the operatives for their prompt response.

Edafe added that the commissioner urged officers across the command to sustain the momentum through proactive and intelligence-led policing.

He also said that the police boss urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly provide the police with credible information on suspicious persons and activities in their domain.

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Tijani made the call on Thursday at a town hall meeting with personnel of Area N Police Command and other stakeholders in Ikorodu, with the theme, “Strengthening Community Partnership for a Safer and More Secure Ikorodu”.

He said that there was the need for collaboration to tackle crime and other security challenges, particularly in Ikorodu area of the state.

The CP stressed the importance of community participation in policing, saying that the police could not effectively secure communities without the support, cooperation and timely information from residents.

“We encourage stakeholders, particularly community leaders, parents, youths and other residents, to work closely with the police to address emerging security challenges before they escalate.

“Security is a collective responsibility and requires all stakeholders to play their respective roles in creating a peaceful and safe environment,” he said.

Tijani urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious persons and activities to the police, assuring that credible information would be treated appropriately.

He also called on police personnel to maintain professionalism, respect the rights of residents and remain responsive to the concerns of the communities they serve.

Tijani said that the meeting was part of efforts to strengthen police-community relations and provide stakeholders with an avenue to discuss security concerns affecting Ikorodu.

He assured residents that the command remained committed to protecting lives and property, preventing crime and maintaining law and order across the state.

The police boss urged residents to continue supporting the police with credible information, as strong collaboration between law enforcement agencies and communities was crucial to achieving sustainable security.

Also speaking, the Ayangburen of Ikorodu Kingdom, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, urged residents to support the police and other security agencies with credible information to strengthen security and sustain peace in the community.

Shotobi stressed the importance of community participation in addressing security challenges and urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.

He said that effective security required cooperation among residents, traditional institutions, government and security agencies, noting that no single institution could tackle security challenges alone.

The traditional leader also warned residents against spreading unverified information, describing fake news as a threat to peace and security.

He urged residents to verify information before sharing it, noting that false information could create unnecessary tension and undermine the efforts of the security agencies.

Shotobi further called on parents and community leaders to pay close attention to the activities of youths, guide them away from crime and other acts capable of threatening peace in the community.

He commended the Lagos State Police Command for engaging stakeholders through the town hall meeting, describing such engagements as important in building trust and strengthening police-community relations.

Shotobi urged participants to translate the discussions into concrete actions that would contribute to a safer and more secure Ikorodu.

The stakeholders commended CP Tijani for his efforts in combating crime in the area and raised some concerns, while Tijani assured them that the command would look into the issues and work towards addressing their needs.

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The police charged Mohammed, 40, with criminal breach of trust, cheating and misappropriation of funds.

He, however, pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The Prosecuting Counsel, Mr Babajide Olanipekun, told the court that Alkhaleej Rentals Nigeria Ltd. of Dawaki, Abuja, reported the matter at the Dawaki Police Divisional Headquarters.

Olanipekun said that on Feb. 2, 2025, Cool Deal Synergy Ltd., a subsidiary of the company, transferred N2.5 million to Mohammed for the purchase of a machinery part, which the defendant promised to purchase and install on or before Feb. 27, 2025.

According to him, after receiving the money, the defendant absconded and all efforts made to reach him failed.

Olanipekun said the defendant was eventually arrested on May 15, 2025.

He said that during police investigation and interrogation, the defendant agreed that he received the money and converting it to his personal use.

The prosecutor said the offence contravened the provisions of Sections 312, 322 and 309 of the Penal Code Law.

The Senior Magistrate, Mrs Evelyn Dara, admitted the defendant to bail in the sum of N500,000, with one surety in like sum.

Dara ordered that the surety must provide a reliable means of identification and reside within the jurisdiction of the court.

She adjourned the matter until Sept. 29 for hearing.

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