Police Arrest 10 Suspects Over Alleged Attempt To Assassinate Oba Adinlewa John

MICHAEL AKINOLA 

Police operatives have arrested 10 suspects in connection with the alleged attempt to assassinate a traditional ruler, Oba Adinlewa John, during an invasion of the community in Ondo State. 

P.M.EXPRESS reports that the suspects are now facing the charges for attempted murder and armed robbery attack on Igoba Community, Akure North Local Government Area in the state.

This was disclosed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Olushola Ayanlade, on Saturday in Akure.

DSP Ayanlade explained that the suspects were arrested following the attack on one Mrs. Ogunoye Oluomo and attempt to assassinate the community’s traditional ruler, Oba Adinlewa John, on 2nd October, 2025, at about 1130hrs on the day the incident happened.

According to him, the group of hoodlums armed with firearms, knives, charms, and other dangerous weapons, invaded Igoba Community with the intent to wreak havoc.

The image maker stated that in the course of the suspects violent activities, Mrs. Oluomo was viciously attacked, injured, and dispossessed of her belongings.

DSP Ayanlade said that the assailants further advanced to the traditional ruler’s palace in an attempt to assassinate him. Fortunately, Oba John narrowly escaped the life-threatening assault.

“Upon receipt of the distress call, the Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, CP Adebowale Lawal, promptly directed all necessary operational assets and manpower to the area.”

“The operation was led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, while the tactical team effected the arrest of 10 suspects.”

“The suspects have confessed to their various roles in the unrest and will all be charged to court upon the completion of investigations.”

“Items recovered from the suspects included two locally-fabricated pistols, one single-barrel gun, several rounds of live ammunition, assorted charms, knives and machetes, and other dangerous weapons used during the attack.”

“The injured victim is currently receiving medical treatment and responding positively, while efforts are ongoing to track down other fleeing suspects.”

“Normalcy has since been restored to Igoba Community, with security presence reinforced to forestall further breakdown of law and order,” Ayanlade said.

The spokesperson therefore, said the CP had further reassured the public of the Command’s unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property.

“The Command hereby sounds a clear and stern warning to all criminally minded individuals and groups: Ondo State will never be a breeding ground for lawlessness.”

“Anyone who dares to test the resolve of the Nigeria Police will be brought under control with the full force of the law, arrested, and made to face the full wrath of justice without exception.”

“Criminals are therefore, advised to repent, relocate, or be ready to meet the uncompromising determination of law enforcement agencies at the same time,
Ayanlade, however, assured all law-abiding citizens that they had nothing to fear.”

“Residents are encouraged to go about their lawful businesses without panic, as the Police remain resolute in providing maximum security for every community across the state,” he stated.