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  • Owo PDP Suspends Ogungbuji In Fresh Blow To Wike Camp In Ondo

    Owo PDP Suspends Ogungbuji In Fresh Blow To Wike Camp In Ondo

     

    …Party move seen as rejection of Wike-backed factional structure opposed by Aisida-led exco

    The festering crisis within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State took a fresh turn at the weekend as the party in Ipele Ward 7, Owo Local Government Area, suspended Hon. Olaniyi Ogungbuji over alleged gross misconduct and anti-party activities.

    The suspension, which took effect on Saturday, was conveyed in a letter jointly signed by the Ward Chairman, Titus Willer, and the Ward Secretary, Osuntuyi Babajide.

    The development is widely seen by party faithful as a major escalation in the internal battle for the soul of the PDP in Ondo State, coming days after Ogungbuji was announced by the Nyesom Wike-aligned faction in the controversial move that triggered fresh tension within the state chapter.

    Ogungbuji’s announcement by the faction had drawn sharp resistance from the recognised Ondo State leadership of the party, with the State Chairman, Barr. Victor Modupe Aisida, firmly rejecting the move and insisting that the duly constituted state executive remained intact and functional.

    Aisida had, in a strongly-worded reaction, dismissed claims of any valid dissolution or restructuring of the Ondo PDP leadership, describing such moves as unconstitutional, misleading and incapable of displacing the legitimate organs of the party in the state.

    Against that backdrop, Saturday’s suspension of Ogungbuji by his own ward is being interpreted in political circles as a significant grassroots repudiation of the factional arrangement and a direct rebuff to the forces seeking to foist parallel authority on the party in Ondo State.

    Sources within the party said the ward leadership acted in response to what it considered inconsistent with party discipline and loyalty, particularly in the wake of the deepening division occasioned by the emergence of rival tendencies within the state chapter.

    Although the full details of the allegations contained in the suspension letter were not immediately made public, insiders said the action was tied to Ogungbuji’s alleged involvement in activities considered injurious to the unity and stability of the party at a time when the Ondo PDP is battling to contain a widening leadership crisis.

    The suspension is expected to further inflame tensions within the opposition party, where stakeholders have continued to trade positions over legitimacy, party supremacy and allegiance to competing national interests.

    Political observers said the decision by Ipele Ward 7 may strengthen the position of the Aisida-led state executive, especially as it suggests that grassroots structures are beginning to openly reject attempts to legitimise parallel actors within the party.

    As of the time of filing this report, Hon. Olaniyi Ogungbuji had yet to publicly respond to the suspension.

    The latest development is likely to intensify the struggle for control of the Ondo PDP, with many party members now watching closely to see whether the local government and state organs will uphold the ward’s decision and what implications it may have for the wider factional contest in the state.

  • How Supreme Court Decisions Built Modern Nigeria – Ajulo

    How Supreme Court Decisions Built Modern Nigeria – Ajulo

    Senior Advocate of Nigeria and legal scholar, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo, OON, has said the Supreme Court of Nigeria has played a defining role in shaping the country’s democracy, federal structure and human rights jurisprudence through a string of landmark decisions that continue to resonate across generations.
    Ajulo, current Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in Ondo State, in a widely circulated legal reflection titled “The Eternal Vigil: An Interrogation of Nigeria’s Landmark Supreme Court Decisions,” described the apex court as the “vigilant sentinel” of the Nigerian state, insisting that it has never merely interpreted the law, but has often stood at critical crossroads as a guardian of constitutional order, democratic continuity and social justice.
    He said some of the court’s most historic pronouncements are not mere legal precedents, but enduring pillars upon which the country’s constitutional development has rested.
    According to him, the celebrated case of Madukolu v. Nkemdilim (1962) remains the foundation of Nigerian procedural law, having firmly established the conditions under which a court can validly exercise jurisdiction.
    Ajulo noted that the decision brought order to a post-independence legal system struggling with institutional uncertainty, stressing that the judgment remains the first authority cited whenever jurisdiction is challenged in Nigerian courts.
    He also identified Lakanmi v. Attorney-General, Western State (1971) as one of the boldest moments in the history of judicial courage in Nigeria, recalling how the Supreme Court stood up to military overreach by holding that the 1966 military takeover did not extinguish constitutional order.
    He said the ruling remains a powerful symbol of resistance to authoritarianism and a reminder that even under military rule, the rule of law retained moral force.
    On electoral jurisprudence, Ajulo said the apex court has repeatedly found itself at the centre of national political storms, citing Chief Obafemi Awolowo v. Alhaji Shehu Shagari (1979) and Rotimi Amaechi v. INEC (2008) as defining cases that exposed the difficult tension between legal interpretation and political stability.
    He observed that while the Shagari case generated controversy over the interpretation of constitutional spread, the Amaechi judgment marked one of the most dramatic interventions in Nigeria’s electoral history by affirming party nomination rights over the outcome of the ballot.
    Ajulo further noted that the 2023 presidential election petitions once again placed the Supreme Court under intense national scrutiny, raising recurring questions about whether the court can dispense justice in deeply polarised contests without simultaneously being seen as preserving political order.
    On federalism, the SAN said the court’s decisions in Attorney-General of Ondo State v. Attorney-General of the Federation (2002) and Attorney-General of Lagos State v. Attorney-General of the Federation (2004) remain crucial to understanding the evolving balance of power between Abuja and the states.
    He explained that while the Ondo decision strengthened the anti-corruption architecture by upholding the constitutionality of the ICPC Act, the Lagos case checked excessive centralisation by clarifying the constitutional limits of federal authority over urban planning and waterways.
    Ajulo also praised the Supreme Court’s intervention in social justice, particularly in the 2014 decisions of Ukeje v. Ukeje and Anekwe v. Nweke, which invalidated discriminatory customary laws denying female children inheritance rights.
    He described the rulings as a watershed in Nigerian constitutional history, saying they shattered entrenched patriarchal norms and reaffirmed that no custom can stand where it offends natural justice, equity, good conscience and the anti-discrimination provisions of the 1999 Constitution.
    He further referenced Inakoju v. Adeleke (2007) as a landmark authority on due process in impeachment proceedings, while citing Onuoha Kalu v. The State as the locus classicus on the constitutionality of the death penalty in Nigeria.
    Despite hailing the Supreme Court’s record as one of “jurisdictional certainty, military restraint, electoral realism, federal equilibrium and social transformation,” Ajulo warned that the institution still faces serious contemporary challenges.
    He said judicial independence remains under pressure, public confidence in electoral adjudication is fragile, and some decisions continue to provoke debates over the limits of judicial activism.
    According to him, the apex court’s greatest strength has never been perfection, but persistence.
    “The Supreme Court’s greatest legacy is not perfection but persistence; the quiet, cerebral insistence that in Nigeria, law must ultimately triumph over power, custom and convenience,” he stated.
    Ajulo maintained that as Nigeria navigates growing political polarisation and constitutional uncertainty, the Supreme Court will remain central to defining the nation’s democratic future.
  • Presidency Denies Claims Nigeria Agreed To Accept Foreign Deportees From UK

    Presidency Denies Claims Nigeria Agreed To Accept Foreign Deportees From UK

    The Presidency on Saturday dismissed claims that Nigeria had agreed to accept foreign nationals deported from the United Kingdom under a new migration partnership signed during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Britain, insisting that the agreement only covers the return of bona fide nationals of both countries.

    In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the State House said widespread reports and social media commentary suggesting that Nigeria would serve as a destination for non-Nigerian deportees were false and misleading.

    The clarification followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on immigration cooperation between Nigeria’s Minister of Interior and the UK Home Secretary on the sidelines of Tinubu’s historic state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. President Tinubu was in the UK from March 18 to 19 at the invitation of King Charles III, in a visit both governments described as a major diplomatic milestone. 

    According to the Presidency, the agreement was designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation on safe, regulated migration, while also tackling irregular migration and related cross-border offences in line with the immigration laws of both countries and applicable international treaties.

    Onanuga stressed that “nowhere in the 12-page memorandum is Nigeria required to accept foreign nationals other than Nigerians.” He said any person to be repatriated under the arrangement must pass through “multiple levels of identification and verification” before removal can be approved.

    He added that where mistakes occur and a returnee is later found not to be a national of the receiving country, such a person would be returned to the requesting country at that country’s cost, in line with the provisions of the agreement.

    The Presidency said the MoU provides that both Nigeria and the UK will work together only for the “dignified return of their nationals” who no longer have the legal right to enter or remain in the territory of the other country.

    It further noted that the agreement expressly requires that returnees must be treated with dignity and respect, with due regard to their human rights and fundamental freedoms, while law enforcement agencies in both countries are expected to act to protect the welfare of affected citizens and reduce conflict triggers linked to migration issues.

    Defending the pact, the State House also said the new framework offers stronger protections for returnees than previous arrangements, including provisions allowing them to travel with their legally acquired personal belongings and make adequate arrangements for the transfer or disposal of property before removal.

    The Presidency also pointed to clauses allowing individuals facing deportation to pursue claims under relevant **domestic or international human rights laws**, especially in cases where the person has lived lawfully in the requesting country for most of their life or may face serious reintegration challenges in the country of return.

    On the documentation process, the State House rejected suggestions that Nigeria had surrendered immigration control to the UK, saying the agreement clearly provides that it remains the sole responsibility of the Nigeria Immigration Service to issue and manage any Nigerian documentation required for returnees under Nigerian law.

    The statement also highlighted reintegration support for returnees, including airport reception, temporary accommodation, onward transportation, documentation assistance, counselling services and possible access to education, entrepreneurship and vocational support programmes to help them settle back into society.

    According to the Presidency, the latest MoU is not entirely new, noting that similar migration and returns agreements were previously entered into by both countries in 2012, 2017 and 2022. It said the current deal is for an initial five-year period, renewable by mutual agreement.

    The Federal Government had, even before the state visit, indicated that Nigeria and the UK were already working to update existing migration management and returns arrangements as part of broader security and justice cooperation between both countries. Recent official and media reports had shown both governments moving to deepen collaboration on migration, border security and criminal justice matters.

    The Presidency therefore urged media organisations and members of the public to seek clarification on sensitive diplomatic matters before publishing reports capable of misleading Nigerians.

  • Presidency Denies Claims Nigeria Agreed To Accept Foreign Deportees From UK

    Presidency Denies Claims Nigeria Agreed To Accept Foreign Deportees From UK

    The Presidency on Saturday dismissed claims that Nigeria had agreed to accept foreign nationals deported from the United Kingdom under a new migration partnership signed during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to Britain, insisting that the agreement only covers the return of bona fide nationals of both countries.

    In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the State House said widespread reports and social media commentary suggesting that Nigeria would serve as a destination for non-Nigerian deportees were false and misleading.

    The clarification followed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on immigration cooperation between Nigeria’s Minister of Interior and the UK Home Secretary on the sidelines of Tinubu’s historic state visit to the United Kingdom, the first by a Nigerian leader in 37 years. President Tinubu was in the UK from March 18 to 19 at the invitation of King Charles III, in a visit both governments described as a major diplomatic milestone. 

    According to the Presidency, the agreement was designed to strengthen bilateral cooperation on safe, regulated migration, while also tackling irregular migration and related cross-border offences in line with the immigration laws of both countries and applicable international treaties.

    Onanuga stressed that “nowhere in the 12-page memorandum is Nigeria required to accept foreign nationals other than Nigerians.” He said any person to be repatriated under the arrangement must pass through “multiple levels of identification and verification” before removal can be approved.

    He added that where mistakes occur and a returnee is later found not to be a national of the receiving country, such a person would be returned to the requesting country at that country’s cost, in line with the provisions of the agreement.

    The Presidency said the MoU provides that both Nigeria and the UK will work together only for the “dignified return of their nationals” who no longer have the legal right to enter or remain in the territory of the other country.

    It further noted that the agreement expressly requires that returnees must be treated with dignity and respect, with due regard to their human rights and fundamental freedoms, while law enforcement agencies in both countries are expected to act to protect the welfare of affected citizens and reduce conflict triggers linked to migration issues.

    Defending the pact, the State House also said the new framework offers stronger protections for returnees than previous arrangements, including provisions allowing them to travel with their legally acquired personal belongings and make adequate arrangements for the transfer or disposal of property before removal.

    The Presidency also pointed to clauses allowing individuals facing deportation to pursue claims under relevant **domestic or international human rights laws**, especially in cases where the person has lived lawfully in the requesting country for most of their life or may face serious reintegration challenges in the country of return.

    On the documentation process, the State House rejected suggestions that Nigeria had surrendered immigration control to the UK, saying the agreement clearly provides that it remains the sole responsibility of the Nigeria Immigration Service to issue and manage any Nigerian documentation required for returnees under Nigerian law.

    The statement also highlighted reintegration support for returnees, including airport reception, temporary accommodation, onward transportation, documentation assistance, counselling services and possible access to education, entrepreneurship and vocational support programmes to help them settle back into society.

    According to the Presidency, the latest MoU is not entirely new, noting that similar migration and returns agreements were previously entered into by both countries in 2012, 2017 and 2022. It said the current deal is for an initial five-year period, renewable by mutual agreement.

    The Federal Government had, even before the state visit, indicated that Nigeria and the UK were already working to update existing migration management and returns arrangements as part of broader security and justice cooperation between both countries. Recent official and media reports had shown both governments moving to deepen collaboration on migration, border security and criminal justice matters.

    The Presidency therefore urged media organisations and members of the public to seek clarification on sensitive diplomatic matters before publishing reports capable of misleading Nigerians.

  • AFCON Row: George Weah Blasts CAF, Says Football Must Be Won On The Pitch

    AFCON Row: George Weah Blasts CAF, Says Football Must Be Won On The Pitch

    Former Liberia President and 1995 Ballon d’Or winner, George Manneh Weah, has condemned the Confederation of African Football’s decision to strip Senegal of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations title and award the trophy to Morocco, describing the move as a dangerous precedent that undermines the integrity of African football.

    In a strongly-worded statement dated March 18, 2026, Weah faulted CAF’s post-match decision to overturn the outcome of the controversial AFCON final between Senegal and host nation Morocco, insisting that football must be decided on the pitch and not in the committee room. Senegal had originally defeated Morocco 1-0 after extra time in the January 18 final in Rabat following chaotic scenes in stoppage time, when the Teranga Lions briefly walked off the pitch in protest over a late penalty awarded to Morocco. Although Morocco eventually missed the spot-kick and Senegal went on to win the match, CAF’s Appeal Board this week overturned the result and awarded Morocco a 3-0 win by forfeit, a decision that has triggered outrage across the continent and prompted Senegal to head to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Reuters, AP and The Guardian reported that the ruling came nearly two months after Senegal’s on-field victory and has already sparked fierce backlash in Senegal, with the country’s football federation and government denouncing it as unjust and vowing legal action.
    Relying on Law 5 of the FIFA Laws of the Game, Weah argued that the referee remains the final authority on decisions during a match and that once the game was allowed to continue and was completed, the result on the field ought to stand. According to him, the referee’s report reportedly treated the incident as a stoppage rather than a forfeiture, making CAF’s later intervention both questionable and damaging to the sport’s credibility. “Football must be decided on the pitch, not re-decided after the final whistle,” Weah said, warning that allowing committees to overturn completed matches could create a slippery slope where post-match officials begin to override on-field decisions. He further described the ruling as a “travesty” that has “scarred and blemished African football,” while urging CAS and other relevant authorities to act swiftly to ensure the decision does not stand. Weah also dismissed viral social media posts alleging that he supported CAF’s verdict, saying such claims were false and cautioning those circulating his image alongside such narratives to desist. The controversy stems from CAF’s interpretation of Senegal’s temporary walk-off as a breach of tournament regulations, even though the final was completed and the trophy had initially been awarded to the West Africans.
  • Eid-el-Fitr: Epoch Movement Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Reaffirms Commitment To NANS Agenda

    Eid-el-Fitr: Epoch Movement Felicitates Muslim Ummah, Reaffirms Commitment To NANS Agenda

    The Epoch Movement has felicitated with the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of Eid-el-Fitr, marking the end of the holy month of Ramadan, while reaffirming its commitment to the vision and leadership of its aspirant, Comrade Akinteye Babatunde Afeez, popularly known as Babtee.
    In a statement issued on the festive occasion, the movement extended warm greetings to Muslim faithful across the country and prayed for the acceptance of their acts of worship during Ramadan. It also expressed hope that the season would usher in peace, joy and divine blessings to families and communities.
    The group used the opportunity to appreciate its supporters and loyalists for their continued solidarity, describing their support as a source of strength and encouragement. It noted that under the leadership of Babtee, the movement remains focused on advancing its collective aspirations and sustaining the momentum of its engagement within the student movement.
    While urging Nigerians, particularly the Muslim faithful, to embrace the values of love, unity and compassion that define the season, the group wished the Muslim Ummah a peaceful and fulfilling celebration.
  • Galatasaray Confirm Osimhen Arm Fracture After Liverpool Clash

    Galatasaray Confirm Osimhen Arm Fracture After Liverpool Clash

    …As Lang Faces Surgery

    Galatasaray S.K. have confirmed that Victor Osimhen suffered a fractured right forearm during their UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg clash away to Liverpool F.C., with teammate Noa Lang also set to undergo surgery after sustaining a serious thumb injury.

    The Turkish giants disclosed in an official medical statement that Osimhen took a blow to his arm in the first half of the encounter at Anfield and played through the pain until the break. However, after further checks at halftime, Galatasaray’s medical team decided against risking the Nigerian striker in the second half over fears of a fracture.

    Post match hospital examinations later confirmed the worst, with the club revealing that Osimhen had suffered a fracture in his right forearm. The injury has since been casted, while a final decision on whether the Super Eagles star will require surgery is expected in the coming days after further assessment.

    Galatasaray also confirmed that Lang suffered a deep cut to his right thumb during the second half of the same game and is due to undergo surgery in Liverpool in the coming hours under the supervision of the club’s medical team.

    The double injury blow is a major concern for Galatasaray, with Osimhen now facing a spell on the sidelines and Lang also set for immediate treatment after a bruising European night for the Turkish champions.

  • Ondo State Youths Launch Pro-Tinubu Alliance, Pledge Support For Renewed Hope Agenda

    Ondo State Youths Launch Pro-Tinubu Alliance, Pledge Support For Renewed Hope Agenda

    …Commend Interior Minister, Tunji-Ojo for commitment to Tinubu’s reelection 
    Youths in Ondo State have formally launched the Ondo Youth Alliance for Tinubu (OYAT), a political movement aimed at mobilizing young people in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda.
    The inauguration, held on Tuesday, drew party faithful, youth leaders and stakeholders from across the state, marking what organizers described as a significant step toward deepening youth participation in governance and national development.
    Speaking at the event, the Director-General of OYAT, Thalis Olonite Apalowo, described the alliance as “a movement of belief” anchored on leadership, progress and the future of Nigeria. He emphasized that the group is committed to promoting the policies and achievements of the Tinubu administration while mobilizing support ahead of future elections.
    Apalowo commended President Tinubu for what he termed bold and courageous leadership, particularly highlighting the removal of fuel subsidies and ongoing economic reforms. According to him, these decisions, though challenging, are laying the foundation for long-term national growth and stability.
    He also pointed to key youth-focused initiatives of the federal government, including the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND), which he said has already benefited over 510,000 students nationwide, as well as CreditCorp and iDICE programmes designed to expand access to credit and boost innovation among young Nigerians.
    The OYAT DG further praised the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, describing him as a shining example of effective youth leadership. He noted that Tunji-Ojo has introduced reforms in passport administration, border security and correctional services, including clearing a backlog of passport applications and deploying digital systems to improve efficiency.
    “His leadership represents innovation, service and the possibilities available to young Nigerians when competence meets opportunity,” Apalowo said.
    He explained that the newly inaugurated alliance would focus on mobilizing youths across Ondo State, educating them on government policies, and serving as a bridge between the government and the younger population.
    “Our mission is clear: to mobilize, educate, unify and inspire youths to actively participate in governance and democratic processes,” he stated.
    Apalowo urged young people in the state to take an active role in shaping the country’s future, stressing that history favors those who contribute to nation-building rather than remain passive observers.
    At the event were members of the Ondo State House of Assembly, leaders of support groups and prominent leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) across the state.
  • BTO Strengthens Renewed Hope Mobilisation, Presents 18-Seater Buses to Tinubu Support Groups in Ondo State

    BTO Strengthens Renewed Hope Mobilisation, Presents 18-Seater Buses to Tinubu Support Groups in Ondo State

    The Minister of Interior, Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, represented by Asiwaju Olumuyiwa Asagunla, on Monday, presented new 18-seater buses to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu support groups in Ondo State as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots mobilisation and enhance the operational capacity of groups championing the Renewed Hope Agenda across the state.
    The buses were presented to two of the leading support groups actively engaged in promoting the achievements of the President and consolidating support for his continued leadership beyond 2027: the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG) and the Grassroots Movement for Tinubu (GMT).
    Speaking during the presentation, Dr. Tunji-Ojo, noted that the gesture was aimed at encouraging the groups to sustain their mobilisation efforts, deepen grassroots engagement, and continue enlightening the public on the policies and programmes of the Tinubu administration. He commended the dedication and consistency of the groups, describing their efforts as critical to strengthening public participation in governance and ensuring that the message of the Renewed Hope Agenda reaches every community.
    Receiving the bus on behalf of the Asiwaju Mandate Group was the Director of Strategy and Communications of the group, Dr. Ayodeji Ologun, who was flanked by members of the executive council of the organisation. Also receiving a bus on behalf of the Grassroots Movement for Tinubu was its Director-General, Hon. Saka Yusuf flanked by his Secretary, Alhaji Yusuf Badmus who attended the presentation with other executives of the movement.
    In a show of additional support, Alhaji Kunle Saliu also donated a brand-new Toyota Sienna to the Asiwaju Mandate Group (AMG), further enhancing the group’s capacity for outreach and mobilisation across Ondo State.
    Both leaders expressed appreciation to the Minister for the thoughtful gesture, noting that the buses would greatly enhance their capacity to reach more communities, organise grassroots engagements, and further propagate the achievements and vision of President Tinubu across Ondo State.
    Witnessing the presentation and offering prayers for their safe and productive use was Engr. Ade Adetimehin. In his remarks, he commended the Minister for his commitment to strengthening the progressive family in the State and urged the beneficiary groups to make effective use of the buses in advancing the ideals of the party and the Renewed Hope Agenda.
    The event was attended by party leaders, members of the support groups, and other stakeholders who described the initiative as a further demonstration of the growing momentum of support for President Tinubu’s administration in Ondo State.
  • Ondo Police Debunk Reports Of Bandits’ Arrest At Akure Airport

    Ondo Police Debunk Reports Of Bandits’ Arrest At Akure Airport

    The Ondo State Police Command has dismissed reports circulating on some media platforms alleging that four suspected bandits were arrested at the Akure Airport, describing the claims as false and misleading.

    In a statement issued on Monday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the Command said no such incident occurred at the airport and there was no security breach at the facility.

    The police, however, clarified that operatives of the command arrested two suspected kidnap logistics suppliers around the Eleyewo area of Akure following credible intelligence from a concerned citizen.

    According to the statement, the operation was carried out after a tip-off on the activities of suspected kidnappers in the area, leading to the arrest of the suspects.

    The Command disclosed that preliminary investigations revealed that the arrested persons were allegedly involved in supplying logistics for kidnap operations within the state.

    It added that the suspects had made useful confessional statements which were already assisting ongoing investigations and efforts to track down other members of the criminal network.

    The police therefore urged members of the public to disregard reports claiming that bandits were arrested at the Akure Airport, stressing that such reports were inaccurate, capable of causing unnecessary panic, and should not be taken seriously.

    The statement further reassured residents that security around critical infrastructure in the state, including the Akure Airport, remained intact and uncompromised.

    The Commissioner of Police, according to the statement, appreciated the vigilance and cooperation of residents and reiterated the command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of lives and property across Ondo State.

    The police also encouraged members of the public to continue providing timely and credible information to security agencies to aid efforts at combating crime in the state.