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The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a woman, identified as Abigael Bright, for allegedly making a false kidnapping allegation that led to the assault of a commercial motorcyclist in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state . According to the police, the incident occurred on Wednesday when Bright reportedly accused a motorcyclist, Rasheed Awojobi, of attempting to kidnap her while conveying her from Ogo Oluwa Street to Idi Mango area in Ore. The allegation quickly spread across the community, attracting residents and passers-by who descended on the motorcyclist before police officers intervened. Awojobi reportedly sustained injuries to his face and other parts of his body during the mob attack. He was later rescued by police operatives and taken to a medical facility for treatment. However, preliminary investigations by the police revealed that the kidnapping claim was false. The command further disclosed that the suspect allegedly circulated the allegation on her Wha...

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, identified as Nsikak Kingsley, for allegedly assaulting his 65-year-old father, Adone Peter, to death following a domestic dispute in Akure, the state capital . The tragic incident occurred in Oda Community, located in Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State, and has generated widespread concern among residents of the area. According to information made available by the police, an argument between the suspect and his father on May 28 reportedly degenerated into a violent confrontation during which the elderly man sustained severe injuries, particularly to the head. The victim was immediately taken to a hospital for medical attention but was later pronounced dead by medical personnel due to the injuries he sustained. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed that the matter was reported to the police by Daniel Moses, a son of the deceased and younger brot...

A 20-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, Owo, Ondo State, Audi Emmanuel, has reportedly died after allegedly taking his own life. The deceased, said to be a Computer Engineering student of the institution, was reportedly found hanging in his residence. Sources in the area said the incident occurred along Awolowo Road, Emure-Ile, Owo, near the Amotekun Corps office, sparking shock among residents. Confirming the development, the spokesperson for the Ondo State Police Command, DSP Abayomi Jimoh said: “The Ondo State Police Command confirms the report of a suspected suicide incident at Emure-Ile involving a 20-year-old student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, who was found dead in his residence. “Police operatives promptly visited the scene, where the body was recovered and deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy. Preliminary observations suggest a case of suicide; however, a thorough investigation is ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding the incident. “Th...

A 32-year old Beninese fashion designer, identified simply as Jacob Joseph, has been accused of defiling his 16-year old apprentice after allegedly forcing her to consume cups of strong alcoholic drinks. Joseph, a father of four, allegedly committed the act around 11pm, on Monday, April 22, 2026, at his shop located within the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Shopping Complex, around the Mother and Child Hospital area in Akure, Ondo State. The HOPE METRO gathered that the victim, whose identity has been withheld, was a new apprentice in the shop. She was reportedly instructed by her master to return after closing hours for what he described as compulsory night duty. The victim was said to have woken up to discover that she was alone in the shop and bleeding from her private part, after the suspect allegedly took advantage of her condition, overpowered her, and sexually assaulted her. The incident was said to have left the victim with emotional trauma and physical injuries. Narrating her or...

By Our Correspondent  A family in Owo, has cried out for justice following the tragic killing of an 18-year-old boy, Amos Timilehin Ariyo, who was allegedly stabbed to death by his close friend in a shocking incident that has thrown the community into grief. The incident reportedly occurred around 4 p.m. near Owatowose area of Owo Local government area of Ondo State on Friday 6,2026 Residents said the teenager was attacked along the roadside by a friend identified as Ortega, who allegedly stabbed him in the chest without any known provocation. According to family sources, Amos had only recently recovered from a bout of fever and was on his way from his mother’s residence to her shop, located a few metres away, when the suspect approached him.  Eyewitnesses said the two boys appeared to be together peacefully, raising no suspicion among people in the area. Residents in the neighbourhood explained that the pair were known to be friends and were often seen together.  How...

Worshippers abducted from a Celestial Church in Uso community, in Owo Local Government Area of Ondo State, have regained their freedom after their families reportedly paid a ransom to secure their release. The victims were said to have been freed on Monday evening at Ilado community following the payment of ₦9 million to their abductors. Their release brought relief to relatives and residents who had been engulfed in fear and uncertainty since news of the abduction broke. Sources close to the affected families disclosed that the worshippers spent several days in captivity before negotiations led to their eventual freedom. According to the sources, the kidnappers had initially demanded a much higher ransom but later agreed to the ₦9 million settlement after prolonged discussions. The development comes amid earlier controversy surrounding claims by the Ondo State Police Command that some suspects had been arrested and one of the victims rescued. Families of the abducted worshippers ha...

There was tension in Agamo community, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State, following the gruesome killing of the Alagamo of Agamo, Oba Kehinde Falodun, by suspected gunmen . The attackers, said to be more than ten in number, reportedly stormed the monarch’s palace on Wednesday evening in what was believed to be a planned abduction. However, sources disclosed that the traditional ruler resisted the attempted kidnapping. A family source revealed that the assailants initially opened fire on the monarch. Surprisingly, the bullets were said not to have penetrated his body. Unable to succeed with the gunshots, the attackers allegedly resorted to another weapon, striking the monarch on the head. The severe blow reportedly led to his death. The monarch’s wife, who confirmed the tragic incident, stated that the attackers were speaking Hausa and reportedly approached the community through the Itaogbolu axis. The incident has thrown the community into mourning, with residents ex...

As part of its continuous drive to combat sexual crimes and enhance public safety, the Ondo State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal, psc(+), mnips, has apprehended one Olamipekun Elegbeleye (male) in connection with cases of rape and armed robbery. On 21st November, 2025, at about 1130hrs, the suspect allegedly lured a female victim onto his TVS motorcycle under the pretence of conveying her to Afunbiowo Housing Estate, Oke Aro. The suspect reportedly diverted into a nearby bush where he sexually assaulted the victim at gunpoint and dispossessed her of her valuables. Further investigation revealed that the suspect had, in a similar manner and at the same location, allegedly sexually assaulted and robbed four other female victims. Acting on credible intelligence and technical tracking, operatives of the Command apprehended the suspect at his hideout. Items recovered from him include two SIM cards, two iPhones, a shirt, and Opay and Mo...

A pregnant woman, Mrs. Mary Jesulayomi, has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Ayede Community, Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State. The incident occurred on Tuesday night, and an eyewitness reported that the woman was taken away around 7:40pm. According to sources, an 85-year-old woman, Mrs. Ogunleye Mese, was also kidnapped but later released, while her 90-year-old husband, Pa Ogunleye Mese, suffered injuries during the incident. Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for the Police Command in the state, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said that the command had deployed operatives to the community to rescue the victim unhurt. According to him, “Upon receipt of the report, the command has deployed tactical teams to the scene. “Efforts are ongoing towards rescuing the victim and arrest the perpetrators of the crime,” the PPRO disclosed. This incident comes just days after a school proprietress was kidnapped and three others injured in Ilu-Abo, also in Akure North Local Government Ar...

Tragedy has struck in Kano State following the death of a mother of five, Aishatu Umar, after an alleged case of medical negligence at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre, a government-owned health facility. A relative of the deceased, Abubakar Mohammed, said Aishatu died after enduring months of severe abdominal pain following a surgical procedure carried out at the hospital about four months ago. According to Mohammed, the surgery was performed in September, after which Aishatu reportedly began experiencing persistent and worsening abdominal pain. He alleged that despite repeated visits to the hospital, she was only given pain-relief medication without further investigations. He explained that medical tests and scans were eventually conducted just days ago, revealing that a pair of scissors had allegedly been left inside her body during the initial surgery. “She underwent surgery at the Abubakar Imam Urology Centre in September. After that, she complained of severe abdominal pain for mo...

The Edo Police Command has arrested an 18-year-old, Obehi Odine, for staging her own kidnapping and demanding a ₦10 million ransom .  Eleven others were also arrested for their alleged involvement in a kidnapping syndicate in a separate operation. According to the police, Odine confessed to fabricating the kidnapping to extort money. In a statement, the command's spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, said exhibits, including firearms, were recovered during the operations. In a related operation in Ubiaja, the police, in collaboration with the Nigerian Military and Edo State Security Corps, arrested 11 suspects believed to be part of a kidnapping syndicate.  The operation led to the recovery of 24 dane guns, 17 cutlasses, three battle axes, and other items. Edo Police Commissioner, Monday Agbonika, warned the public against making false kidnapping reports, saying it wastes security resources and undermines public confidence. "Anyone caught will be prosecuted accordingly," he said. Th...

The Edo State Police Command has arrested a woman, Martina Dachung, for allegedly selling her baby for ₦1.4 million in Uromi, Edo Central Senatorial District of the state. The command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday as part of the command’s weekly operations. She said the case was reported by one Ebhomien Matthew Asibor to the Uromi Division, leading to the arrest of two other persons connected to the transaction. The statement read, “On January 8, 2026, one Ebhomien Matthew Asibor ‘m’ of Uromi alerted the command after learning that a mother was allegedly involved in a child trafficking arrangement. “Acting swiftly, operatives of the Iruekpen Divisional Headquarters arrested one Martina Dachung, the mother of the baby, who subsequently led officers to the arrest of one Matron Ighalo Grace of Eguavon Medical Centre, Uromi, and Oha Promise, all connected to the illegal transaction. “The newborn baby boy was safely retrieved, and evidence of the mon...

The Ekiti State Amotekun Corps has arrested a 28-year-old man, Olapade Ifeoluwa, on the allegation of raping a seven-year-old girl. In a statement made available in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday, Ekiti Amotekun Corps Head of Communications, Adeleye Adewale, said that the suspect was nabbed at Ilawe Ekiti by operatives in the Ekiti Southwest Local Government for alleged involvement in the rape of the seven-year-old minor. According to him, “Upon interrogation by the arresting officers of the Ekiti Southwest Local Government Command, the suspect confessed to the crime committed. “He said that the minor was induced with watching a film and lured to his apartment, where he precipitously had carnal knowledge of her. He later ascribed his action to devil’s work after his apprehension  “The father of the minor explained the ordeal, noting that her daughter’s cry during the incident at Ujana Street in Ilawe Ekiti aided her rescue, through the crowd-pulling.” Adewale added that “the suspect and vict...

A student of Rufus Giwa Polytechnic, identified only as Peter, was killed by suspected cult members in the Opomulero community of Owo, Ondo State, on Sunday evening, sparking fear across the academic community.  The attack, which took place at Peter’s residence, has left fellow students and staff anxious about safety in the area. According to a community source who asked to remain anonymous, the assailants entered Opomulero while hunting for rival cult members.  “They traced Peter to his house, called him out of his apartment pretending to be visitors, and opened fire on him at point‑blank range.  “We received a call yesterday evening that Peter was shot by some guys believed to be cultists. He struggled to stay alive before he was rushed to the hospital.”the source said.  Another resident, also speaking on condition of anonymity, said Peter had been grieving the recent loss of his mother. “Peter was still mourning the death of his mother, who passed away three weeks...

A grisly attack unfolded early Monday morning in the Hotoro Maraba district of Tarauni Local Government, Kano State, when an unknown assailant slit the throat of Malam Kasim, the muezzin who was about to call the dawn (Asuba) prayer. According to an eyewitness, the brutal act took place inside the mosque, turning a place of worship into a scene of terror. The victim, identified as Malam Kasim, was found dead on the mosque floor with evident signs of a struggle. “We discovered our father’s body in the mosque.  There were clear signs of a struggle, and the entire community was thrown into fear,” said Maryam Kasim, one of his daughters, her voice trembling as she recounted the discovery. The shocking murder quickly ignited outrage among local youths, who apprehended the suspected attacker and killed him on the spot.  The swift retaliation heightened the tension that already gripped the neighborhood, prompting residents to gather in anger and disbelief. Police were swi...

A yet‑to‑be‑identified final‑year student of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, Edo State, lost his life in a road crash after he and other students embarked on a motorcade parade to celebrate the completion of their final examinations. The accident was reported yesterday by the Facebook page _Inside Edo_. It occurred on Monday, shortly after the students finished their final exams. According to the post, the vehicle attempted to overtake another car, lost control, and rammed into a truck. The post read: “A tragic accident has occurred at Ujoelen, near the primary school, resulting in the death of a newly‑graduated student of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma.” PUNCH

A pregnant woman named Aisha Najamu died at the Turai Umaru Musa Yar’Adua Maternity and Children Hospital in Katsina State after a health worker allegedly refused to accept a bank transfer for oxygen, insisting that only cash was allowed.  The incident happened on Monday when Aisha was brought to the hospital in a critical condition and urgently needed oxygen. According to a report by Channels Television on Friday, an eyewitness said the cashier would not issue a receipt or process the payment because the patient’s family did not have cash, citing a hospital rule that bans transfers.  A man who tried to intervene begged the cashier to accept a transfer so Aisha could be stabilized, but the staff member said the hospital’s directive must be followed. The witness added that he even offered to pay an extra amount and presented a $100 note out of sympathy, but the cashier still refused. The witness said Aisha cried out for help until she died around 11:30 p.m. Hospital officials t...

The family of a lady, identified as Damilola Yekini, whose lifeless body was reportedly found inside a popular hotel in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government area of Ondo State, has called on security  agents not to treat the case with levity.  They are smelling a rat as to how their relation died under befuddling circumstances.  A close member of the family who spoke with our correspondent decried the nonchalant attitude of the hotel management and the security personnel, who he said were yet to apprehend the fleeing lover.  Weekend Hope learnt that the body of the victim, a 27-year old petrol attendant, was discovered on Tuesday evening, after some hotel staff members entered the room, following repeated knocks that went unanswered.  Meanwhile, the deceased's family members, who lamented the situation, said they suspected a foul play.  The hotel, situated along the busy OreOkitipupa Road and known as a regular stop-over for travellers and local...

By Chidinma Ewunonu-Aluko, Ibadan  A 29-year-old woman, Blessing Abiodun, was docked in an Iyaganku Magistrates’ Court in Ibadan, for allegedly assaulting her landlady. The police charged Abiodun with assault and conduct likely to cause the breach of peace. She however pleaded not guilty. The Prosecution Counsel, Insp Elisha Tellang, told the court that the defendant committed the offence on Oct.22, at about 8.50 p.m, at Akala area of Ibadan. Tellang alleged that the defendant hit Mrs Oluranti Akintobi, her landlady on  her right hand. He said the defendant conducted herself in a manner likely to cause the breach of peace by engaging in such acts. The Prosecutor added that the offence contravened the provisions of Sections 351 and 249(d) of the Criminal Laws of Oyo State, 2000. Magistrate Moyosore Atanda admitted the defendant to bail in the sum of N200, 000 and two sureties in like sum. She adjourned the case until Nov.12, for hearing. (NAN)

There was a palpable tension in Ore, the headquarters of Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo state as a 27-year old carpenter, identified as Toheeb Ahmed allegedly hacked his grandmother to death.  The tragic incident, which occurred at Aiyegbami Street, threw the entire community into confusion and fear. According to eyewitnesses, the suspect was apprehended early Tuesday morning after suspicious movements around the victim’s residence. One resident, who narrated the incident, said, “He has been coming to the house since last Thursday at midnight. This morning, he came to my shop to buy something and said, ‘Mama is dead.’ I felt sorry at first, but when he told me not to inform anyone, I became suspicious. “Out of curiosity, I went to Mama’s room while he was away and discovered she had been hacked to death. “When he returned, I noticed he was carrying a cutlass and was accompanied by a friend, probably to move the corpse. That was when I raised the alarm.” It was further gathere...