Wednesday, March 25, 2026 - The Oyo State Police Command has arrested three suspects, including a pastor and an Islamic cleric for possession of human parts in Ibadan.
The spokesperson for the command, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka,
disclosed this in a statement on 24th March, 2026.
According to the PPRO, a patrol team intercepted an
unregistered motorcycle and arrested the rider.
Upon searching the pillion, a package containing human
intestine was recovered.
The suspect confessed that he had obtained the items from an
unknown individual and sells them to one Alfa Onaolapo Taiwo and Pastor Ayodele
Taiwo.
Onaolapo and Ayodele were subsequently tracked and arrested.
The duo confessed to purchasing the suspected human parts
from Oyategbe Joseph.
“The Oyo State Police Command wishes to inform members of
the public of a recent arrest involving the unlawful possession and sale of
suspected human parts in Ibadan, highlighting the Command’s commitment to
proactive policing and the protection of lives and public health,” the
statement read
"In line with its proactive measures to rid the state
of criminal activities, the Command routinely conducts stop-and-search
operations, which serve as a key strategy for detecting and preventing illegal
acts before they escalate.
"It was during one such operation along Adekile area of
Agugu that a patrol team intercepted an unregistered Bajaj Boxer
motorcycle.
"During a search of the pillion, the rider was
apprehended on the spot, and a package containing flesh suspected to be human
parts (intestine) was recovered.
"Following this discovery, the apprehended pillion
rider, identified as Oyategbe Joseph, male, of Ibadan, was interrogated.
"He confessed that he had obtained the suspected human
parts from an unknown individual at Oritaperin area and further admitted to
selling the items to two persons: Alfa Onaolapo Taiwo, male, aged 46 years, and
Pastor Ayodele Taiwo, male, aged 55 years.
"Acting promptly on this intelligence, the Command
swiftly apprehended Alfa Onaolapo Taiwo and Pastor Ayodele Taiwo and brought
them to the station for interrogation.
"Both suspects confessed to purchasing the suspected
human parts from Oyategbe Joseph.
"The Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, has
directed that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation
Department (CID) for a discreet and thorough investigation.
"Upon the conclusion of investigations, all suspects
will be charged to court.
"As a result of these coordinated actions, all three
suspects are currently in police custody, and the Command reassures the public
that every necessary measure is being taken to ensure that those involved are
brought to justice.
“In conclusion, the Oyo State Police Command appeals to
members of the public to remain vigilant and to promptly report any information
regarding the possession or sale of human parts to the nearest police station
or security agency, emphasizing that community cooperation remains critical in
maintaining law and order.”
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