The Osun State Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Zungura, has ordered tactical teams to intensify raids on suspected criminal hideouts in Osogbo following renewed cult-related violence in the state capital.
The directive followed the shooting of a resident, Rasak Wahab, popularly known as “Ojo Iku,” in the Arowomole area of Osogbo on Sunday.
The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Abiodun Ojelabi, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Sunday.
According to him, suspected cultists invaded the area and shot Wahab, who was subsequently taken to an undisclosed hospital for treatment.
Ojelabi said, “On 4th October 2026, some suspected cultists invaded the Arowomole area of Osogbo, during which one Rasak Wahab, a.k.a. ‘Ojo Iku,’ was shot.
“He was promptly evacuated to a hospital and is currently responding to treatment.”
The incident occurred two days after a suspected cult clash in the Owo-Eba community of Osogbo reportedly claimed the lives of two people identified as Adebayo Taoreed, popularly known as “Small Rugged,” and Oluwaseyi Daniel, aka “OSHA.”
Several other people were also said to have sustained injuries during the clash.
Following the latest incidents, the police commissioner directed tactical units to deploy to the Oke-Baale area and other identified flashpoints in the metropolis.
The police spokesperson said the teams had been mandated to carry out intelligence-driven raids targeting suspected cult members, criminal hideouts and other locations linked to criminal activities.
He added that the cases had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet investigation.
Ojelabi further stated that area commanders, divisional police officers and tactical commanders had been directed to strengthen patrols, obtain actionable intelligence and maintain a sustained security presence in areas identified as vulnerable to cult violence.
The command assured residents that security personnel were taking steps to restore normalcy and urged members of the public to continue with their lawful activities without fear.
The police also warned cult groups, their members, sponsors and sympathisers that anyone involved in violence, shootings or other criminal activities would be pursued.
The command appealed to parents, community leaders and residents to provide credible information about suspicious movements, cult gatherings and criminal hideouts.
It also urged the public to refrain from circulating unverified reports capable of heightening tension, assuring residents of continued efforts to protect lives and property across the state.
