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Church Guard Killed in Ogun Community Attack

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8 months ago

February 11, 2026

Q Tinny

Ogun church attack in Akute-Odo leaves security guard dead; one suspect arrested as police investigate, highlighting rising local security concerns

Residents of Akute-Odo in Ifo Local Government Area were thrown into panic on Monday following a deadly Ogun church attack at Christ Crusaders’ Deliverance Ministries, where the church’s security guard, known locally as Baba Iwo, was brutally murdered.

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Eyewitnesses told PUNCH Metro that the assailants struck inside the church around 1am, hacking Baba Iwo to death on the altar. Videos circulating online show the lifeless guard, dressed in Ankara fabric, with his neck nearly severed.

A resident, Ajoke, explained that Baba Iwo had become suspicious of unusual movements in the church and went inside with his cutlass. When he did not return promptly, another security officer looked inside and found him lying helpless on the altar.

Moses, another local, said the attackers appeared to attempt decapitation but were thwarted by the timely intervention of community youths. One suspect was apprehended while fleeing and handed over to operatives of the Ajuwon Police Division.

Videos show the suspect restrained by residents, with visible bruises and a bloodied face. Dare, one of the residents involved in the arrest, said two people were injured during the struggle. Witnesses claimed the suspect admitted that their group targeted people for decapitation and damaged streetlights while escaping.

The Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, Babaseyi Oluseyi, confirmed the case had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further probe.

He stated that the body had been released to the family in line with Islamic rites, and investigations are ongoing.

“The investigation will reveal the details. Certain aspects must remain discreet until conclusion,” Oluseyi said.

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The attack has heightened fears over security in the area, which witnessed another tragedy less than a week ago. Gospel artiste Matthew Ogundele and three crew members—Itunu Ogundele, Joseph Sanya, and blogger Matthew Awosanya (JoesTV)—were found dead in a music studio in the same community during a birthday praise event.

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Nasarawa Police Launch Forest Offensive Against Bandits

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5 hours ago

October 21, 2026

Peculiar Adirika

Nasarawa police operation targets kidnappers, bandits and armed robbers in forest hideouts, with tactical teams deployed across three sectors.

The Nasarawa State Police Command has launched a special security operation targeting bandits, kidnappers, armed robbers and other criminal groups operating in forests across the state.

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The Commissioner of Police, CP Shetima Mohammed, flagged off the exercise in Lafia on Wednesday, October 21, before leading officers towards Alagye Forest in Doma Local Government Area.

Mohammed said the operation followed a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Olatunji Disu, aimed at strengthening security and restoring lasting peace across Nasarawa State.

He disclosed that tactical squads, anti-kidnapping units and intelligence operatives had been deployed to identified security flashpoints and forest corridors considered vulnerable to criminal activity.

According to the police commissioner, the operation is expected to continue until the end of December, with officers instructed to carry out their duties professionally and comply strictly with the rules of engagement.

To improve coordination and coverage, the command has divided the state into three operational sectors.

Sector A, covering the Lafia zone, is headed by ACP Lamidu Alkali, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 58 in Lafia. Sector B, covering the Akwanga zone, is led by ACP Kadir Umar, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 38 in Akwanga.

Sector C, which covers the Keffi zone, is under ACP Olobekga Saligo, Squadron Commander of MOPOL 69 in Toto.

The Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, DCP Sanusi Jidda, will coordinate activities across the three sectors to support the dismantling of criminal camps and improve the effectiveness of the operation.

Mohammed urged residents to assist the security agencies by providing timely and credible information about suspicious movements and activities in their communities.

He assured the public that information supplied to the police would be treated confidentially and encouraged residents to remain law-abiding while continuing their legitimate activities.

The commissioner reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property as the operation gets underway.

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The success of the Nasarawa police operation will depend on effective intelligence gathering, coordination among security teams and cooperation from local communities. The command has yet to disclose details of arrests, weapons recovered or other operational results.