Four Ondo Police Officers Arrested Over Viral Ethnic Bias Video

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested four police officers captured in a viral video allegedly making ethnically insensitive remarks during a stop-and-search operation along the Lagos–Benin Expressway.

The incident, which sparked widespread outrage on social media, involved a heated exchange between the officers and a motorist reportedly returning from the United Kingdom. In the video, the motorist accused the officers of intimidation, ethnic profiling, and attempted extortion, while one of the officers allegedly suggested he would have been detained if he were of Igbo ethnicity.  

Reacting to the development, the Police Public Relations Officer in Ondo State, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the officers were arrested on the directive of the Commissioner of Police, Felix Ohagwu. He identified them as ASP Elomore Sodayo, Inspector Adefila Adewale, Inspector Olorunfemi Opeyemi, and Inspector Odusola Peter.  

According to the police, a comprehensive investigation has been ordered to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and the level of culpability of each officer.

The Command reiterated that the Nigeria Police Force does not condone misconduct, incivility, or actions capable of promoting ethnic division or eroding public confidence. It assured Nigerians that any officer found guilty would face disciplinary action in accordance with established procedures.

Oluyole LG Chairman Strengthens Community Security with New Amotekun Base, Operational Motorcycles

In a significant move to enhance the safety and security of residents, the Chairman of Oluyole Local Government, Engr. Akeem Olatunji, has commissioned a newly established Amotekun operational base alongside a fleet of operational motorcycles to improve the corps' effectiveness across the local government.

The initiative is aimed at strengthening grassroots security, improving rapid response to emergencies, and enhancing surveillance in communities, especially in areas that are difficult to access with conventional patrol vehicles.

The commissioning ceremony attracted government officials, community leaders, traditional rulers, security stakeholders, and residents who applauded the local government's commitment to protecting lives and property.

The event was graced by the Secretary to the Oyo State Government, Prof. Musbau Babatunde, who commended the Oluyole Local Government administration for prioritizing security and supporting the efforts of the Oyo State Security Network Agency (Amotekun Corps). He emphasized that security remains a shared responsibility and encouraged continuous collaboration between government, security agencies, and residents to sustain peace and stability.

Speaking during the commissioning, Engr. Akeem Olatunji reiterated that the safety of the people remains one of the major priorities of his administration. He noted that the new Amotekun base would serve as a strategic operational center, while the motorcycles would enable officers to respond swiftly to security threats, patrol rural communities more effectively, and maintain law and order throughout the local government.

According to the chairman, investing in security infrastructure is essential for creating an environment where businesses can thrive, farmers can work without fear, and residents can go about their daily activities with confidence.

Residents and stakeholders present at the event described the project as timely, expressing optimism that the improved operational capacity of the Amotekun Corps would further strengthen security across Oluyole Local Government.

The commissioning of the new Amotekun base and operational motorcycles reflects the local government's commitment to complementing the Oyo State Government's efforts in ensuring a safer and more secure environment for all.

Trump didn’t laud Tinubu on anti-terror war — APM

The Allied People’s Movement (APM) has said it is not true that the United States President, Donald Trump lauded President Bola Tinubu over Nigeria’s anti-terror war.

The APM, in a statement by its National Publicity Secretary, Abubakar Yusuf, yesterday, accused the Presidency of allegedly attempting to deceive Nigerians with claims that Trump has lauded Nigeria’s fight against terrorism.

The Presidency had reportedly stated that the US President, in a letter to Tinubu, commended the country’s fight against terrorism.

The opposition party, while stating that Trump merely responded to a letter by the Nigerian leader, accused the Presidency of allegedly distorting the context and content of the letter..

“The APM’s careful reading of President Trump’s letter shows that the US leader only commended President Tinubu for his resolve and commitment to tackling terrorism not for any specific action or achievement against terrorists.

President Trump, in the letter dated July 6, wrote: “Thank you for your thoughtful letter. Your kind words mean a great deal to me and I appreciate your decisive leadership on behalf of the Nigerian people. I applaud your resolve to tackle the issues plaguing your nation, especially the violence affecting Christian communities.”

The APM challenges the Presidency to point to the specific portion of the letter where President Trump commended President Tinubu for concrete results or decisive actions against terrorism. “The letter speaks of resolve and commitment; it did not celebrate any particular achievement in the war against terrorists. The distinction is clear: President Trump acknowledged Tinubu’s resolve—he did not endorse his performance. A commitment is not an achievement. After years of promises, Nigerians are still waiting for decisive action and tangible results from President Tinubu.

“The APM rejects these tactics of propaganda and political rhetoric designed to give President Trump and other world leaders the false impression that Nigeria’s security challenges are under control,” the opposition party stated.

It added that “since December 2025, when President Trump called for decisive action against terrorism in Nigeria, President Tinubu has written letters, issued statements, made promises and repeatedly pledged to confront insecurity. Yet, his administration has failed to take decisive action even as terrorists continue to ravage our nation, killing, maiming and kidnapping innocent citizens.

“Our party, therefore, counsels President Tinubu and the APC-led Federal Government to stop hiding behind statements of commitment and start delivering concrete results.

“If President Tinubu wants commendations from President Trump, he should back his commitment to the US President with concrete and decisive action against terrorism.

“The APM finds it unacceptable that the Tinubu Presidency chooses to play politics with the lives of Nigerians and seek international endorsements while the country remains trapped in a worsening security crisis.

Makinde Has Nothing to Hide From EFCC – Oyo Govt Replies APC ... Says Account Books Open to Lawful Request

 The Oyo State Government has said its decision to approach the Federal High Court for clarification on the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission’s request for financial records was not an attempt to obstruct investigation, insisting that Governor Seyi Makinde has “nothing to hide.”

In a statement issued on Thursday by the Special Adviser on Media to the Governor, Dr. Sulaimon Olanrewaju, the government said it approached the court only after the EFCC failed to specify contractors or companies under investigation.

“The decision of the Oyo State Government to approach the Federal High Court for clarification on the EFCC’s demand for copies of all contracts and details of transactions with contractors between 2021 and 2025 is not an attempt to forestall investigation,” the statement read.

According to the government, the EFCC, in a letter dated June 2, 2025, asked the state Accountant General for copies of all contracts and transaction details from 2021 to date. The state responded by requesting the Commission to be specific.

“When the EFCC failed to respond, the state approached the Federal High Court to determine whether such a sweeping demand was lawful,” Olanrewaju explained.

Delivering judgment in suit FHC/IB/CS/61/2025, Justice Nkeonye Maha acknowledged the EFCC’s statutory powers but ruled that the demand was “speculative and amounted to a fishing expedition.” The court subsequently set aside the EFCC’s letter and declared that any request by the Commission must be reasonable and tied to specific allegations.

The judge also held that Section 38 of the EFCC Act empowers the Commission to demand information only for the investigation of offences under the Act, not for “speculative or roving inquiries.”

The government further dismissed claims by the Oyo APC that seeking judicial intervention amounted to avoiding scrutiny.

“Therefore, seeking judicial interpretation of the EFCC’s powers is neither cowardice nor an act of fear. Governor Makinde and the Oyo State Government are not afraid of the EFCC or any other federal agency. The state’s account books will be made available whenever a proper and lawful request is made,” the statement said.

Olanrewaju added that the Makinde administration has managed state resources with prudence, citing achievements in road construction, rehabilitation of Primary Healthcare Centres, improved access to education, regular payment of salaries and pensions, employment of civil servants, and creation of a business-friendly environment.

“The facts speak for themselves,” he said.

He described the APC’s claim that the governor was avoiding investigation as “misleading and legally unfounded,” noting that resorting to the courts is a constitutional right and not an admission of guilt.

“The judiciary exists to interpret the scope of institutional powers and protect against overreach,” the statement concluded.

Adeleke bans NURTW activities in Osun motor parks

Governor Ademola Adeleke has directed the police and other security agencies to put a stop to all activities of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) forthwith in all motor parks across Osun State.

This order puts a stop to the collection of all levies in the parks.

Adeleke gave the order at the Osun State Security Council Meeting held on Thursday, which was attended by the police, both from the State Command and Zone 11, representatives of DSS, Army, Air Force Navy, Civil Defense, NDLEA, Immigration, Correctional Service, FRSC, NAPTIP, WNSN-AMOTEKUN, the Deputy Governor, the COS, the Honourable Commissioner for Information and the Special Adviser on Security Matters.

The governor further directed the police and other security agents to arrest anybody who is parading himself as official/Executive of the union in any of the parks.

He said, “I hereby direct the Police and other security agents to stop all activities of the union in all our parks across the state. I’m not saying you should close the parks, but you should not allow anyone to operate in the parks in the name of the union in our parks. Anyone found contravening this order should be arrested for possible prosecution for disturbance of public peace ”

In response, all the Security Commanders present assured the Governor of strict compliance with the order.

The governor also directed the immediate establishment of the Rapid Response Squad, which will consist of all the security agents in the state and will ensure compliance with the directive.