Amotekun foils five kidnapping attempts in Ondo State and rescues nine victims, as the security corps intensifies efforts to combat crime in forests.

Amotekun operatives thwarted five kidnapping attempts and rescued nine victims in Ondo State, as confirmed by Commander Adetunji Adeleye.

Operatives of Amotekun, the security outfit in Ondo State, successfully prevented five kidnapping attempts and rescued nine victims in the span of one week.

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This was disclosed by Adetunji Adeleye, the state Commander of the Amotekun Corps, during the parade of 20 suspected criminals arrested for various crimes, including cultism, housebreaking, and motorcycle theft.

Adeleye highlighted the commitment of Amotekun to maintaining security across the state, particularly by actively patrolling forested areas notorious for criminal activities.

He stated that the operatives had thoroughly combed these forest flashpoints, especially in the Elegbeka area, to safeguard residents and commuters.

One of the arrested suspects, Usman Abubakar, revealed details of a ransom collected during a kidnapping and the network of their criminal organisation.

The Commander reassured the public that Amotekun Rangers would continue to prioritise safety in Ondo State, vowing to intensify operations against kidnappers and other criminals to protect lives and property.

LAGESC convicted 12 commercial sex workers in Lagos, sentencing them to eight months in prison for prostitution and breach of peace offences.

The Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC) secured the conviction of 12 commercial sex workers during a dislodgement operation at Obalende.

They were sentenced to eight months imprisonment for offences related to prostitution and breach of peace. LAGESC Corps Marshal, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (rtd), emphasised that the operation aligns with the Lagos State government’s THEMES agenda to ensure a habitable environment.

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The Lagos Environmental Sanitation Corps (LAGESC), popularly known as KAI, successfully convicted 12 commercial sex workers on Wednesday following a large-scale enforcement operation in Obalende.

The convicted individuals were sentenced to eight months in prison for charges related to prostitution and breach of peace, in accordance with Sections 142(1)(a)(b) and 168(1)(d) of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State.

During the operation, led by LAGESC Corps Marshal, Major Olaniyi Olatunbosun Cole (rtd), the offenders were arraigned before Chief Magistrate Adefioye at the Special Offences Court in Oshodi.

Out of the 19 individuals charged, 12 were convicted and sentenced, while the remaining seven pleaded not guilty and were remanded in custody until December 18 for further hearings.

Major Cole highlighted that the operation was necessary due to the deteriorating situation in Obalende, in line with Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES agenda, which aims to keep Lagos habitable for business and free from criminal activities.

He reiterated that LAGESC would continue its efforts to rid Lagos of unlawful elements, despite challenges and attacks on its officers.

Cole also issued warnings to street traders and hawkers to refrain from displaying goods in prohibited areas such as road verges, lay-bys, and pedestrian walkways, stressing that defaulters will face daily arrests and prosecution.

Yobe State police investigation launched into homicide involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama, who allegedly stabbed a man during a dispute.

The Yobe State police investigation has begun into the homicide involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama, who allegedly stabbed a man during a dispute.

The Yobe State Commissioner of Police, CP Garba Ahmed, has ordered an immediate investigation into a homicide incident involving Inspector Mohammed Bulama, attached to the Police Mobile Force, 41 Division, Damaturu, the state capital.

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According to a press release from the Police Public Relations Officer of the Yobe Police Command, DSP Dungus Abdulkarim, the incident occurred on September 29, 2024, at approximately 18:20 hours.

Inspector Bulama, 38, was involved in a heated argument with Abdulmalik Dauda (aka Baksha), 39, of Pompomari Ward, Damaturu, over an unresolved transaction in the Zango Area.

The dispute escalated into a physical altercation, during which Bulama allegedly stabbed Dauda in the chest, resulting in head injuries during the confrontation.

Following the incident, Bulama sought refuge at the ‘C’ Divisional Police Headquarters and was promptly arrested.

The state Criminal Investigation Department has commenced an investigation, and Bulama is currently in custody pending internal disciplinary action and prosecution.

CP Ahmed condemned Bulama’s actions and expressed condolences to Dauda’s family, assuring the public of a thorough and swift investigation to ensure justice is served.

“The Nigeria Police Force will not tolerate any misconduct from its personnel. We will ensure that justice is served and the perpetrator is held accountable,” Ahmed stated.