The Oyo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of ten suspected human parts merchants following an intelligence-led operation. The operation, executed by operatives of the Command Monitoring Unit, involved several months of painstaking intelligence gathering, discreet surveillance, and close monitoring of the suspects, culminating in their arrest at various hideouts within Iseyin and Saki areas of Oyo State.
Suspects Identified and Items Recovered
The command identified the suspects as Adam Ibrahim, 42; Nasiru Kabiru, 22; Tijani Wasiu, 54; Abiola Nasiru, 45; Amusa Gbadamosi, 57; Raheem Taofeek, 46; Jimoh Muritala, 35; Suleiman Busari, 47; Ganiyu Nurudeen, 36; and Usman Abdullahi, 52. According to the police, searches on the suspects' hideouts led to the recovery of several human parts, including a human heart, human flesh, pieces of human skull, and assorted charms.
Confessions and Ongoing Investigation
The police stated that the recovered items have been secured for forensic examination and further investigation. During the course of investigation, the suspects confessed to their various involvement in dealing in human parts for different ritual purposes. They are currently assisting investigators in unraveling the circumstances surrounding the source, procurement, and intended use of the recovered human parts.
Manhunt for Other Syndicate Members
Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to identify and arrest other members of the syndicate. The police did not provide a timeline for the completion of the investigation or the arraignment of the suspects.
