A suspected kidnapper and child trafficker, Tayo Adeleke, has confessed to the Ogun State Police Command about his involvement in a child abduction and trafficking syndicate that operates across the border in Benin Republic.
Adeleke is currently in police custody following an attempted child theft at Omu Pempe community in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State.
The incident occurred around 2 am when Adeleke and two other accomplices, who are currently at large, attempted to steal children from a Baptist church in Omu Pempe.
The suspects were confronted and challenged about their mission, but they could not provide a credible explanation, prompting their attempted escape.
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A joint effort by the police, So-Safe Corps, and local vigilante groups in the community led to the apprehension of Adeleke, while his accomplices escaped through the bush.
During interrogation, Adeleke confessed to being part of a syndicate that kidnaps children and sells them in Benin Republic.
Ogun State Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident and Adeleke’s confession.
She highlighted that kidnappers are adapting their strategies by targeting communities as the police intensify efforts on the highways.
Odutola urged community leaders and residents to establish internal security measures and collaborate with law enforcement to ensure the safety of lives and property.
The police commissioner, CP Abiodun Alamutu, reiterated the commitment of the Ogun State Command to rooting out criminals from the state, emphasizing the need for collective efforts to maintain security.
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