Crime
Police intercept motorcycle rider with Three human skulls in Ogun State
Police operatives in Ogun State have arrested two suspects after intercepting a motorcycle carrying three human skulls during a routine stop-and-search operation in the Ijebu area.
Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested two men in connection with the unlawful possession of three human skulls in the Ijebu axis of the state.
The arrest occurred on Monday, August 11, 2025, at about 2:00 p.m., during a routine stop-and-search operation conducted by Mobile Police Officers from 71 PMF Awa Ijebu along the Ijebu Ode/Ibadan Expressway, specifically at Refugees Camp Junction, Oru Ijebu.
According to police reports, officers intercepted one Kadir Owolabi ‘m’, who was riding a motorcycle. A search of his luggage led to the shocking discovery of three human skulls.
A search of his belongings revealed a shocking discovery three human skulls concealed in his luggage.
Following preliminary investigations, the police apprehended a second suspect, identified as Jamiu Yisa (male), aged 53, at a location behind the Ijebu Ode Local Government Secretariat.
In response to the disturbing incident, the Commissioner of Police, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, Ph.D, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to take over the case for further and discreet investigation.
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Reaffirming the effectiveness of stop-and-search tactics, the Ogun State Police Command emphasized its unwavering commitment to combating crime and called on residents to maintain cooperation with law enforcement agencies.
The police also assured the public of confidentiality, trust, and protection of identities in all criminal investigations.
CSP Omolola Odutola, anipr
Police Public Relations Officer
Ogun State Police Command, Eleweran, Abeokuta.
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