The Osun State Police Command has apprehended two suspected cultists allegedly involved in the killing of one Awoniyi Kazeem during a masquerade celebration in Osogbo.
Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Gotan, made this known while addressing journalists in Osogbo about the latest security achievements in the state.
In a separate case, two other individuals were arrested for allegedly vandalising high-tension electricity cables in Osu, along the Ife–Ibadan Expressway.
According to Gotan, the suspects—Adeparusin Kehinde (23) and Ariyibi Dada—belong to the Eiye confraternity and were arrested after an investigation into the June 1, 2025, cult clash at Oke-Ola, Osogbo, which resulted in Kazeem’s death.
He noted that the duo were reportedly found in possession of three English-made Barreta pistols and two unregistered Qlink motorcycles.
In another operation, officers apprehended Usman Abubakar (25) and Bashiru Haruna (26) for allegedly tampering with IBEDC high-tension cables along the Ife–Ibadan route. The duo, who identified themselves as scrap traders from Modakeke, were reportedly a menace to the area. Items recovered included two sacks filled with cables, seven motorcycles, and two saw blades.
Also, four students identified as Adewale Kehinde (25), Adebayo Ayuba (22), Olasupo Habeeb (22), and Adeniyi Mustapha (21) were intercepted with a Toyota Camry bearing a NANS-branded plate number. Found on them were an English Barreta pistol, two empty magazines, a cutlass, and charms.
Commissioner Gotan confirmed that all suspects would face prosecution once investigations are complete.
He reiterated the command’s commitment to tackling crime across the state.
