Crime

Osun Police Arrest Nine Suspects in Connection with NSCDC Operative’s Killing

Published by Tope Fakinlede on July 26th, 2024.

Osun Police Arrest Nine Suspects in Connection with NSCDC Operative’s Killing

The Osun State Police Command has apprehended nine individuals in connection with a violent crisis over a kingship dispute in Araromi-Owu, Ayedade Local Government Area. This conflict resulted in the deaths of a Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) operative and another person.

The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, involved the burning of the Araromi-Owu Palace, the destruction of several houses, and significant property damage. The violence erupted after a faction opposed the installation of a new king.

Police Public Relations Officer Yemisi Opalola confirmed the arrests, stating, “We have arrested nine people in connection with the crisis in Orile-Owu and Araromi-Owu.”

In a related development, the Olowu of Orile-Owu, Oba Dauda Akinfalabi, through his lawyer Bola Adebowale, has petitioned the Commissioner of Police. He called for the arrest of those responsible for the attempted murder, unlawful installation of a king in Araromi-Owu, and actions likely to disturb the peace in the area.

The Osun State Police Command continues to investigate the situation to ensure justice and restore order in the affected communities.