Policeman, eight others arrested over cultism, kidnapping in Oyo

In Oyo State, authorities have made multiple arrests in connection with alleged cult activities and kidnappings. The police disclosed that a corporal and eight other individuals were apprehended as part of separate operations. According to the Force Public Relations Officer, Ani Iniedu, authorities conducted a raid on a suspected Aiye Confraternity hideout on Sunday, resulting in the arrest of five suspects, including Corporal Olayinka Oluwatobi.

The operation also led to the seizure of firearms, including a Beretta pistol and three locally-made pistols.

In a separate incident, the Command Monitoring Unit, in collaboration with the Vigilante Group of Nigeria, rescued Abubakar Amidu, who had been abducted on October 31, 2026. Four suspects were arrested in connection with the kidnapping. The investigation into both cases is ongoing, and efforts are being made to identify any additional suspects involved in these alleged activities.