David Williams
The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested suspected armed robbers who robbed two residents at gunpoint, where they carted away four mobile phones, two laptop computers, assorted jewellery, the sum of Eight Million Naira (₦8,000,000.00), one Boxer Bajaj motorcycle and one TVS motorcycle.
Following the report, operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) activated investigation in collaboration with Ijero Divisional Police Headquarters’ personnel and trailed the suspects to their location in a forest along Ayegunle Road, Ilogbo-Ekiti.
This was contained in a statement signed and made available to journalists by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Sunday Abutu.
The statement reads, “On Sunday, 28th June 2026, at about 02:00hrs, a gang of four armed hoodlums invaded Ilokun community in Ado-Ekiti, where they robbed two residents at gunpoint. The suspects carted away four mobile phones, two laptop computers, assorted jewellery, the sum of Eight Million Naira (₦8,000,000.00), one Boxer Bajaj motorcycle, and one TVS motorcycle.
“Following the report, operatives of the Rapid Response Squad (RRS) activated investigation in collaboration with Ijero Divisional Police Headquarters’ personnel and trailed the suspects to their location in a forest along Ayegunle Road, Ilogbo-Ekiti.
“On sighting the Police team, the hoodlums opened fire on the operatives, resulting in a gun duel. The superior firepower and tactical response of the operatives forced the suspects to abandon some exhibits and flee into the thick forest. A thorough search of the scene led to the recovery of one locally made single-barrel gun, SIM cards removed from the victims’ mobile phones, and the two stolen motorcycles.
“The operation further resulted in the arrest of one Abdusalam Olalekan Ibrahim, who confessed to his involvement in the robbery during interrogation and mentioned four other members of the criminal gang currently at large. One of the Police operatives unfortunately sustained a gunshot injury and he is currently undergoing treatment in the hospital.
“The State Commissioner of Police, CP FALADE ADEGOROYE MICHEAL, has directed that intensive combing operations continue in the forest to apprehend the fleeing suspects and recover the remaining stolen items and other weapons in their possession.
“The CP commends the bravery, professionalism and resilience displayed by the operatives during the operation and assures members of the public that every effort is being made to bring all those connected with the crime to justice, while reiterating that the Command remains resolute in its commitment to protecting lives and property.
“Members of the public are encouraged to remain vigilant and continue to provide timely and credible information that will assist the Police in preventing and combating crime across the State”.
