The Kwara State Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a notorious cult group during a targeted operation in Ijagbo, Oyun Local Government Area of the State.
Police Public Relations Officer, SP Adetoun Ejire-Adeyemi in a statement issued Sunday said, acting on credible intelligence regarding the activities of suspected cultists and violent criminals operating within the area, operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) on Thursday, 11th June 2026, carried out a coordinated raid on identified criminal hideouts in Ijagbo.
He explained that during the operation, one Idowu Akorede, male, of Ijagbo, identified as the alleged Capon of the outlawed Eiye Confraternity, was arrested at a hideout in Ijagbo. Further operations led to the arrest of three others.
Adeyemi noted that preliminary investigations indicated that the suspects are members of a criminal gang allegedly involved in cult-related activities, robbery, and other violent crimes.
He said the group has been linked to incidents in which residents were reportedly attacked and dispossessed of their valuables in broad daylight, thereby creating fear and insecurity within the community.
Adeyemi added: “Upon sighting the operatives, the suspects reportedly resisted arrest and launched an attack on the officers with broken bottles in a bid to evade capture.
“The operatives, however, exercised restraint, professionalism, and tactical superiority in subduing the suspects and taking them into custody without injury.
“The suspects have since been transferred to Ilorin and are currently in police custody while investigations continue. Efforts are also ongoing to identify and apprehend other members of the criminal network.”
Police urged members of the public to remain vigilant and continue supporting the Police with timely and useful information that will aid ongoing efforts to combat crime and maintain public safety.