Ibadan, Nigeria — Local law enforcement has arrested a man accused of violently attacking a commercial motorcyclist in the Oyo State capital. The suspect, identified as 38-year-old Saheed Eegunjobi, was taken into custody thanks to a collaborative effort with community vigilantes.
A statement released by the Oyo State Police Command detailed how Eegunjobi was captured after Agbekoya Vigilante members reported the incident. The vigilantes promptly handed him over to police officers from the Idi-Aro Division.
According to police reports, Eegunjobi, along with an unidentified accomplice who remains at large, posed as passengers and boarded a motorcycle in the Mokola area. The duo then attacked the motorcyclist, 32-year-old Sakiru Tiamiyu, when they reached the Modina area. Eegunjobi allegedly inflicted severe injuries to Tiamiyu’s head with a cutlass, causing the victim to fall from his motorcycle while the accomplice fled with the vehicle.
Witnesses at the scene were instrumental in apprehending Eegunjobi following the attack. The police confirmed that Tiamiyu was promptly taken to a local hospital for medical treatment after suffering serious injuries.
Further investigations are ongoing, including efforts to locate the accomplice who escaped with the motorcycle. The police have also gathered evidence from the scene and the hospital to reinforce their case.
Authorities emphasized the importance of community involvement in fighting crime, urging residents to report suspicious activities. The police reiterated their commitment to ensuring public safety and maintaining order in the region.
Eegunjobi’s arrest serves as a reminder of ongoing crime challenges faced in urban areas and highlights the role of community partnerships in combating criminal behavior. Local law enforcement remains focused on collaborative efforts to secure the safety of residents, actively encouraging vigilance and cooperation among the community.