By Ayobami Ife, Abeokuta
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested four suspected cultists in Ilaro following an alleged assault and armed robbery incident, recovering a locally made pistol, an axe, charms, and a stolen iPhone.
The suspects—Samson John (25), Olufowora Michael (28), Odeh Samuel Ejeh (25), and Olajide Jeremiah (28)—were apprehended by officers attached to the Ilaro Division after a complaint was lodged on April 16, 2026.
According to police, the victim reported that earlier that day, at about 1:00 p.m., Samson John and six accomplices stormed his residence, physically assaulted him, threatened him with an axe, and made away with his iPhone 14 Pro Max.
Acting swiftly on the report, police operatives tracked and arrested the four suspects, Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, disclosed this through a statement on Monday morning.
Items recovered during the operation included a locally made firearm, an axe, suspected charms, and the stolen phone. Authorities say efforts are ongoing to apprehend the remaining members of the gang who are currently at large.
The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation and prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, commended the officers for their prompt response and professionalism. He reiterated the command’s zero tolerance for cultism and violent crime, assuring residents that criminal elements would be decisively dealt with.
Residents have also been urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities through the Ogun State Police Command’s emergency lines.
