Police Arrest Six Suspects Over Alleged Sale Of Stolen Vehicles In Ondo

The police command in Ondo State has arrested six suspects over the alleged fraudulent sale and illegal transfer of three heavy-duty vehicles valued at more than N71 million.

The command’s spokesperson, Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement on Monday, saying the suspects were arrested by operatives of the Fagun Division.

The suspects were identified as Adeola Kolawole, Gani Bello, Oladoja Akeem, Wasiu Adigun, Azeez Yusuf and Ojo Mudasiru, 40.

Mr Jimoh said the suspects were apprehended in Ibadan, Oyo State, following an intelligence-driven investigation by operatives of the division.

“The case was reported to the Police on 22nd May, 2026, by one Mr. Paul Aderemi of Ayegunle Street, Ondo.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that in May 2025, the complainant purchased a low-loader truck, a tipper truck, and a small truck valued at approximately ₦71 million, which he entrusted to the custody of the principal suspect, Adeola Kolawole, at Arigbabola Street, Ondo, under an agreed arrangement,” he said.

According to him, the complainant later discovered on May 13, 2026, that the vehicles had allegedly been sold without his authorisation.

Mr Jimoh said the complainant subsequently reported the matter to the police.

“Upon receipt of the complaint, detectives immediately commenced a comprehensive investigation. Acting on credible intelligence, the principal suspect, Adeola Kolawole, was arrested and subsequently made useful statements during interrogation, allegedly admitting to selling the vehicles to one Alhaji Gani Bello in Ibadan,” said Mr Jimoh.

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He added that the suspect’s confession provided vital leads that enabled investigators to track down and arrest other suspects believed to have played various roles in the alleged transaction.

“The command is currently intensifying efforts to recover the three vehicles and unravel the full extent of the criminal conspiracy.”

“All six suspects have reportedly made confessional statements detailing their respective involvements in the offence. They will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations,” Mr Jimoh said. Eereporter.com

Alleged Impersonation Of EFCC Staff: Defendant Faces Judgment June 15

Justice A. I. Akobi of the Federal Capital Territory, High Court, Kubwa, Abuja, on Monday, June 1, 2026, slated June 15, 2026 for judgment in the case of criminal impersonation of officers of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC and extortion by one Salifu Olije Mustapha.

At Monday’s proceeding, the EFCC presented its First Prosecution Witness, PW1, Stanley Ujilibo against the defendant.

The witness, an investigator with the EFCC, disclosed that the Commission received intelligence on how the defendant and two others, identified as Haruna Mamuda Adamu and Abubakar Umar Hamisu- who are currently under arrest and investigation by a security agency-on several occasions kitted themselves with fake operational uniforms of EFCC and set out in the defendant’s Toyota Corolla, with registration number KTU-399-GT to extort money from unsuspecting youths around Sherif Plaza, Wuse 2, Abuja.

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He further disclosed that the defendant’s share of the proceeds of their criminal activities is usually paid into his account with Moniepoint Microfinance Bank, adding that EFCC’s investigation team had to write Moniepoint for the statement of the defendant’s account as well as his account opening package and certificate of identification.

Documents, including video evidence, recorded by eyewitnesses during one of the gang’s unlawful activities, tendered in evidence by prosecution counsel, R.U. Adagba were admitted by the court and marked Exhibit A to D.

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On his part, counsel to the defendant, John Ainetor, prayed the court for a short adjournment to enable him review the evidence and cross-examine the witness.

The defendant is being prosecuted by the EFCC on a four-count charge, bordering on criminal impersonation to which he pleaded guilty upon arraignment.

Justice Akobi adjourned the matter till June 15, 2026 for continuation of cross-examination and sentencing of the defendant. Eereporter.com

CAS Joins President Tinubu, Defence Chiefs At Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary Fleet Review

The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Sunday Kelvin Aneke, on 1 June 2026 joined the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, alongside the Honourable Minister of Defence, the Chief of Defence Staff and other Service Chiefs at the International Fleet Review and Commissioning of Ships held at the Eko Atlantic Waterfront, Lagos.

The event formed a major highlight of activities commemorating the Nigerian Navy’s 70th Anniversary and brought together senior military leaders, government officials, international partners and distinguished guests in celebration of the Navy’s enduring contributions to national security and maritime development.

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In his address, President Tinubu commended the Nigerian Navy for its remarkable achievements over the past seven decades in safeguarding Nigeria’s maritime domain and supporting national development.

The President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to strengthening the operational capabilities of the Armed Forces through sustained investments in modern platforms, infrastructure and human capacity development.

He further emphasised the importance of synergy among the Services in addressing contemporary security challenges and advancing Nigeria’s strategic interests across the air, land and maritime domains.

The participation of Air Marshal Aneke underscored the Nigerian Air Force’s unwavering commitment to joint operations and inter-Service cooperation in support of national security objectives.

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As a critical component of Nigeria’s military architecture, the NAF continues to provide vital air power capabilities, including intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, air mobility and precision air support, which enhance the effectiveness of joint military operations nationwide.

The occasion further reinforced the Armed Forces of Nigeria’s collective resolve to foster unity of effort, strengthen operational readiness and safeguard the nation’s sovereignty and prosperity.
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