Suspected thieves have reportedly raided the palace of the Olu of Ogunmakin town in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State, late Oba James Sodiya, carting away his staff of office and crown.
The attackers reportedly broke
into the palace of the late monarch, who died barely two months ago, on
Thursday.
Confirming the incident, the
Ogun State Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, while addressing the newsmen
in Abeokuta on Saturday, disclosed that three suspects have been arrested in connection
with the crime.
Describing the incident as an
abominable act, Odutola stated that “the police had recovered the crown but are
still searching for the staff of office.
“The suspects, Oke
Oladipupo,Amusa Kazeem and Johnson Oluwole, were alleged to have entered the
house where the property of the late king was kept at about 2:00 hours on
October 12, 2023. An act described as an abomination.
“The staff of the office has
not been recovered, but intensive action is ongoing to recover it. The suspects
have been arrested and are undergoing interrogation.”
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