Oyo Police: Nasiru Abiodun Burglary Arrest Recovers N3M Stolen Goods

• Nasiru Abiodun was arrested by the Oyo State Police Command on October 31, 2026, for alleged burglaries in Ibadan.
• He is suspected of burgling four residential apartments, with stolen items valued at N16.22 million.
• Police recovered N3 million worth of items, including house cables, during the arrest in Ejiooku/Iyana Offa.
• Abiodun confessed to the crimes, admitting to stealing various household valuables.
• The Oyo State Police Command is seeking public cooperation to recover remaining stolen items and apprehend accomplices.

The Oyo State Police Command has successfully apprehended Nasiru Abiodun, identified as a suspected serial burglar, in connection with a series of alleged break-ins across four residential properties in Ibadan.

The Oyo State Police Command has successfully apprehended Nasiru Abiodun, identified as a suspected serial burglar, in connection with a series of alleged break-ins across four residential properties in Ibadan. The total value of items reported stolen from these incidents amounts to N16.22 million. Abiodun's arrest took place on Saturday, October 31, 2026, around 9:45 am, at a residential apartment situated in the Ejiooku/Iyana Offa district of the state capital.

Operatives from the command’s Violent Crime Response Unit initiated the operation following a crucial report from residents in the Oyewole Zone 2, Ile-Igbon area. During the arrest, authorities recovered a sack containing various valuables, including house cables, estimated to be worth N3 million. Following his apprehension, the suspect reportedly confessed to the crimes, admitting to having burgled four distinct residential apartments within the vicinity and absconding with items such as house cables, mobile phones, motorcycle batteries, and other household valuables.

Following the arrest and initial recovery, the Oyo State Police Command has intensified its investigation into the extensive burglary spree. Authorities have visited the affected residences to thoroughly document the circumstances surrounding each break-in and to gather further evidence. Efforts are actively underway to locate and recover the remaining stolen items, as well as to identify and apprehend any individuals suspected of receiving the stolen property.

In a bid to bolster the ongoing inquiry, the police have issued a public appeal to residents of Ejiooku, Iyana Offa, Ile-Igbon, and adjacent communities. Individuals whose homes have recently been burgled are urged to report these incidents to their nearest police station or directly to the Maku Base of the Violent Crime Response Unit. The command emphasized that information provided by affected residents is critical to assisting the investigation and facilitating the recovery of additional property.

The recent Nasiru Abiodun Oyo burglary arrest underscores the Oyo State Police Command's persistent commitment to combating criminal activities throughout the region. Commissioner of Police Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga reiterated the command's dedication to tackling crime through a combination of intelligence-led operations and robust public cooperation. He further encouraged residents to maintain vigilance and to promptly provide credible information to law enforcement, which is vital for both preventing and detecting criminal acts.

This latest success follows other significant arrests made by the command in recent months. In October 2026, for instance, the command apprehended three suspected armed robbers identified as Sunday Obasola, 29; Kayode Bamikole, 28; and Durodoye Ayobami, 23. This earlier incident occurred around the Sumal Junction Roundabout in Ibadan, where a distress call to the Divisional Police Officer of Oluyole Division prompted the deployment of a patrol team. Officers confronted the suspects, leading to their arrest and the recovery of a locally made pistol, a live cartridge, and a motorcycle. These combined efforts highlight the Oyo State Police Command's strategic approach to enhancing security and safety for its citizens.

This article reports on a specific criminal arrest and recovery of stolen property in Oyo State. It does not introduce new legal precedents, statutory changes, or compliance obligations, and therefore has no direct actionable legal or compliance angle for a lawyer.

Source: Original reporting via PUNCH Newspapers