Operatives of the Sagamu Division of the Ogun State Police Command have dismantled a suspected cattle theft syndicate and recovered six stolen cows in Maskoli area of the local government.

The operation also led to the arrest of two suspects identified as Abiodun Kamilu, 35, and Adesanya Segun, 37.

Confirming the arrest to DAILY POST on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said the operatives also
seized a blue Nissan Cabster bus believed to have served as the syndicate’s operational vehicle.

Babaseyi noted that the breakthrough followed a distress call received on Saturday, reporting that suspected cattle thieves invaded a cow yard in the Maskoli Area of Sagamu and stole seven cows.

Upon the report, the spokesperson stated that operatives were immediately mobilised and coordinated patrols around identified exit routes was commenced.

“Acting on credible information, the operatives intercepted suspicious vehicles along the Sagamu–Ijebu-Ode Expressway.

“Their swift intervention frustrated the criminal operation, leading to the arrest of the two suspects and the recovery of six of the seven stolen cows, as well as the operational vehicle abandoned during the failed escape,” Babaseyi added.

He assured that investigation was ongoing to apprehend other members of the syndicate, recover the remaining stolen cow, and ensure the prosecution of all those connected with the crime.

The image maker also urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue supporting the police by reporting suspicious activities or persons.

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have foiled a suspected abduction attempt along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, rescuing the victim unhurt and restoring calm to the area.

The incident occurred on Saturday, 26th July, 2026, at about 7:10 p.m. at Onigaari area of the expressway.

Confirming the development to DAILY POST on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said operatives of the Command’s Safer Highway Patrol Team were on routine confidence-building patrol when they heard gunshots from the area.

According to Babaseyi, the swift response and tactical presence of the police forced the hoodlums to abandon their criminal mission and flee into the adjoining bush.

“The operatives immediately responded after hearing gunshots. Their swift intervention forced the suspects to abandon the victim and flee,” Babaseyi said.

The PRO stated that the victim was rescued unhurt and escorted to the Ogunmakin Police Post alongside his vehicle for safety and necessary police procedures.

Babaseyi noted that normalcy was immediately restored, and efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspects.

The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the professionalism, courage and vigilance displayed by the operatives involved in both operations.

Ojajuni stated that the successes reflect the Command’s enhanced operational capacity and unwavering resolve to respond swiftly to distress calls and decisively confront all forms of criminality.

The CP reassured residents that the Command remains firmly in control of the security situation across Ogun State and will continue to strengthen intelligence gathering, visibility policing, strategic patrols, and coordinated tactical operations to sustain public peace and safety.

He urged members of the public to remain vigilant and support the police with timely information through the Gateway Shield platform, assuring that every actionable report will receive prompt attention.

Barely one week after the controversy surrounding the alleged assault that reportedly led to the death of 15-year-old Busang Ayuka, another member of the Taraba State Marshal has been accused of attacking a resident with a cutlass in Takum Local Government Council of the state.

The latest victim, identified as Emmanuel Abonta, a resident of Angwan Cameroon Quarters in Takum, reportedly sustained injuries to his hand following a confrontation with a marshal attached to the council.

According to information gathered, the incident occurred after an argument between the marshal and Abonta allegedly escalated into violence.

Eyewitnesses claimed that the marshal drew a cutlass during the altercation and attacked the victim, inflicting visible injuries on him.

Abonta was immediately rushed to a hospital in Takum, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.

The circumstances that led to the disagreement remain unclear, and as of the time of filing this report, neither the state government nor the leadership of the Taraba Marshals had issued an official statement regarding the allegation.

The incident comes at a time when public concern over the conduct of some Taraba Marshals is already high following the reported assault of 15-year-old Busang Ayuka, whose death sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. With the dust from that incident yet to settle, the latest allegation has further heightened anxiety among residents.

Community members who spoke with DAILY POST, called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the incident, urging the authorities to ensure that anyone found culpable is held accountable.

Elder Bernard Useni expressed concern over what he described as the increasing misconduct of some marshals.

“The ill-attitude of some Taraba Marshals towards ordinary citizens is becoming a serious concern. A thorough investigation should be carried out to expose the bad eggs within the Marshal,” he said.

Another community leader, Maina Uba, advocated mandatory drug screening for all prospective recruits into the Marshal Corps.

“I believe some of these young men wearing Marshal uniforms are drug addicts. There should be compulsory drug tests for anyone seeking recruitment into the Marshal,” he stated.

Residents also stressed the need for improved training, professionalism, discipline, and stronger oversight of the Marshal Corps to prevent similar incidents.

As investigations continue, many residents are urging the relevant authorities to handle the matter transparently and implement reforms aimed at restoring public confidence while preventing future cases of alleged abuse by security personnel.