Metro
Police arrest wanted Ondo cult kingpin ‘Bella’ over killing, violent crimes
Tomiwa Akinwale, a notorious cultist allegedly belonging to the ‘Eiye’ Confraternity and involved allegedly in the killing of an individual and violent crimes in Owo, headquarters of the Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, has been arrested by police operatives in the state.
The suspect popularly known as ‘Ibaka Bella’, allegedly identified as the leader of the dreaded ‘Eiye’ Confraternity within the Owo axis, particularly Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo (RUGIPO), was accused of being involved in the killing of one Peter Ojo on 12th December, 2025.
Akinwale was apprehended by operatives of the command’s special anti-cultism after he was sighted in Akure, the state capital, at the weekend, following intel received over the criminal activities of the suspect.
While confirming the arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer of the command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed that the suspect had for a while been on the wanted list of the police prior to his arrest.
According to the police spokesperson in the state, Akinwale was also involved in the ongoing supremacy battle between rival cult groups within the area and also recently featured on a cult-related social media platform known as ‘Naija Confra’ for allegedly participating in an attack on suspected members of the Aiye Confraternity, along Fasawe Street in Owo.
He said, “During the arrest, a search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of several items suspected to be criminal charms believed to be used for protection and intimidation during cult activities.
“The suspect has been charged in court on a six-count charge bordering murder and other offences. Meanwhile, efforts are also underway to identify, track, and apprehend other members of the syndicate linked to him.
“The command reiterates its firm stance against cultism and other violent crimes and assures residents that it will continue to intensify intelligence-driven operations to dismantle criminal networks threatening the peace and security of communities across the state.
“Members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and continue to support the police by providing timely, credible and actionable information that will assist in the fight against cultism and other forms of criminality.
“The Ondo State Police Command remains committed to ensuring the safety of lives and property and will not relent in bringing perpetrators of crime to justice.”
Metro
Soldier, five others killed in Adamawa road crash
Six people died in a road crash at the Murke section of the Yola–Song Road in Adamawa State.
Sources said on Wednesday evening that the accident involved a Hummer bus and a military patrol vehicle, which collided while travelling in opposite directions.
A witness said five passengers in the Hummer bus were burnt beyond recognition after the vehicle caught fire following the collision, while a soldier died at the scene.
A seventh person, who was severely affected, reportedly sustained life-threatening injuries and was found unconscious at the scene.
The Adamawa State Deputy Governor, Professor Kaletapwa Farauta, was on her way to Mubi for an official engagement when she arrived at the scene of the accident.
An aide to the deputy governor disclosed that she immediately directed members of her convoy to evacuate the victims to the Specialist Hospital, Yola.
Metro
Police uncover gun factory in Yobe, arrest 7 suspects
Operatives of the Yobe State Police Command have uncovered an illegal firearms fabrication site in Potiskum and arrested seven suspects.
This is contained in a statement by the State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, on Wednesday in Damaturu, the state capital.
Abdulkarim said operatives of the Potiskum Area Command, in collaboration with the Divisional Police Headquarters, carried out a coordinated raid following credible intelligence.
He stated that police operatives mobilised to a blacksmith workshop located at Tasha Adua along Danchuwa Road, Potiskum.
According to him, during the operation, seven suspects were arrested, two fabricated pistols were recovered, twenty-four muzzle pipes, nine gun butts, four unserviceable Dane guns, one filing machine and one sharp cutlass.
“The suspects are currently undergoing thorough investigation with a view to identifying their collaborators, possible buyers, and the intended use of the fabricated firearms,” he said.
Meanwhile, the State Commissioner of Police, Usman Jibrin, has directed officers handling the case to intensify investigation, identify other illegal firearms fabrication centres within the area, and assess the level of security threat posed by such criminal activities.
The command further advised members of the public to refrain from allowing their premises or facilities to be used for unlawful activities, including the fabrication of dangerous weapons.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious movements or activities to the nearest police station or other security agencies.
Metro
Final-year Kogi varsity student found dead by roadside in Lokoja
The Kogi State Police has confirmed the death of a final-year student of the Federal University Lokoja, Sarah Ojodomo Idoko.
The deceased’s body was found by the roadside in the Crusher area along the Felele-Lokoja Road in Lokoja, Kogi State.
Her body was discovered on the night of May 30, 2026, shortly after she was allegedly dumped at the location by unknown persons.
A passerby was said to have seen a vehicle stop briefly near the area around 8 p.m. before speeding away, after which the body was found.
Meanwhile, an identity card recovered at the scene initially led to reports that she was a student of Kogi State Polytechnic, but the police later clarified that she was a student of Federal University Lokoja.
The Association of Nigerian Female Students, Kogi chapter, condemned the killing, describing it as inhuman and unfortunate, calling on security agencies to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
Kogi State Commissioner of Police, Naziru Kankarofi, confirmed the incident and said investigations had commenced.
“For now, we are not ready to disclose much about the ongoing investigation. We will make our findings public at the appropriate time for the law to take its course,” he said.
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