The Osun State Police Command has appealed to members of the public to help identify and locate the relatives of a man discovered wandering around the Adelola area of Modakeke.
The command’s spokesperson, Abiodun Ojelabi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Monday, noting that the man was found on October 3, 2025, and has since been in police custody.
According to Ojelabi, the man, who is unable to speak, appears to be dark in complexion, about 3.4 feet tall, with an oval-shaped face and no tribal marks.
He was reportedly dressed in kampala attire when he was found.
“The male individual shown in the photograph was found at Adelola Area, Modakeke, Osun State, on October 3, 2025,” Ojelabi said. “He is dumb, dark in complexion, about 3.4 feet tall, and has an oval face without any tribal marks.”
The police spokesperson urged anyone who recognizes the man or knows his family members to reach out to the Divisional Police Headquarters, Modakeke Division, or contact the Family Unit at Oke-Fia, Osun State.
“This appeal is part of our efforts to reunite the found individual with his family,” Ojelabi added.
The command assured that the man is safe and in good condition while waiting to be identified by relatives or anyone who can provide useful information.
