Oyo: Pastor, Islamic Cleric, motorcyclist arrested over possession of human parts

Operatives of Oyo Police Command have arrested three persons over unlawful possession and sale of suspected human parts in Ibadan, the state capital.

Ayanlade Olayinka, the spokesperson for Police Command said in a statement that the suspects were arrested during stop-and-search operations along Adekile area of Agugu in Ibadan.

According to him, a patrol team intercepted an unregistered Bajaj Boxer motorcycle and during a search of the pillion 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.

According to the police spokesperson, the Joseph confessed that he had obtained the suspected human parts from an unknown individual at Oritaperin area of Ibadan.

He said the motorcyclist 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,” Olayinka concluded.

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