NSCDC nabs father, son for electricity cable theft in Osun
The NSCDC in Osun State has arrested a 60-year-old man, his son, and nephew for allegedly stealing electricity cables kept for safekeeping in Iwo. Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-nabs-father-son-for-electricity-cable-theft-in-osun/
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in Osun State has arrested three men for allegedly stealing electricity cables. The suspects, Taliatu Olunlade, 60, his son Wasiu Olunlade, 25, and Ganiyu Ayomide, 22, were arrested on September 4, 2026, in Agbona Village, Iwo.
According to the NSCDC State Commandant, Toma Mathew Enya, the cables were temporarily removed in November 2025 for road construction and were stored at a location near Taliatu Olunlade's residence for safekeeping. The cables began to disappear and an investigation was launched.
The NSCDC said the theft of the electrical cables is an offence with implications for the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure.
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