The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a suspected robber and recovered a stolen motorcycle following a late-night robbery incident in Olorunda Aba area of the state.
The arrest occurred on Christmas Day, December 25, 2025, after operatives of the Olorunda Aba Police Division responded to a distress call from Adanla Area, Eniosa, at about 10:30 p.m.
According to the police, two armed men, riding an unregistered motorcycle and wielding machetes, attacked two residents identified as Mutiu Adeyemo and Akinpelu Ojo while they were returning home. The suspects reportedly dispossessed the victims of their TVS motorcycle.
Police sources said the suspects attempted to escape upon sighting a patrol team, leading to a chase. During the pursuit, one of the suspects abandoned the stolen motorcycle and fled into a nearby bush, while the second suspect fell from the motorcycle and was arrested on the spot.
The arrested suspect was later identified as Sunday Onah.
Confirming the development, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, said preliminary investigation showed that the suspect confessed to the crime and admitted involvement in similar robbery incidents in the past.
“The stolen motorcycle was successfully recovered and secured as an exhibit, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing suspect,” he said.
DSP Olayinka added that the Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, CP Femi Haruna, had ordered the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for a detailed and comprehensive investigation.
Commending the officers involved, CP Haruna praised their swift response and professionalism.
“This arrest underscores our commitment to protecting lives and property across Oyo State. I commend the operatives for their dedication and prompt action,” the commissioner said.
He also expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police for his leadership and support, noting that it continues to enhance the operational effectiveness of the Nigeria Police Force.
The police reassured residents of Oyo State of their continued commitment to public safety and urged citizens to cooperate by providing timely and credible information to aid crime prevention.
Members of the public were advised to contact the Oyo State Call Response Centre on toll-free line 615, or the police control room via 08081768614 and 07055495413 in case of emergencies.
