The Ondo State Police Command has recorded another operational success with the arrest of suspects involved in the forgery and illegal issuance of motorcycle (Okada) emblems purportedly issued by the Ondo State Government. This development followed a report made by the Branch Chairman of the Okada Riders Association, Owo, who complained that a forged Okada emblem was discovered in possession of a commercial motorcyclist.
Upon discreet investigation, it was established that the fake emblem was issued by one Ojo Agbi, Unit Chairman at Uso, and one other suspect currently under investigation. Acting swiftly on the report, operatives of the Command’s CP Monitoring Unit swung into action and effected the arrest of the principal suspect. During interrogation, he confessed to the commission of the crime and has since been cooperating with investigators to apprehend his accomplice and others connected to the illegal act.
Further investigations revealed that the suspects had been involved in the fraudulent production and sale of fake emblems for some time, distributing them not only to unsuspecting commercial motorcyclists but also issuing them indiscriminately to all and sundry, including known criminal elements, in a bid to maximize their unlawful gains and enrich themselves at the expense of both the association and the state. Their actions not only defrauded innocent riders but also jeopardized public safety by enabling criminal elements to operate under the guise of legitimate identification.
The Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command, commended the prompt response and diligence of the CP Monitoring Unit, emphasizing that the Command remains resolute in identifying, exposing, and dismantling all forms of criminal enterprise across the state. He reiterated that no matter where criminals flee to, the Ondo State Police Command will unrelentingly track, arrest, and bring them to justice.
He further appreciated the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, Ph.D., NPM, whose visionary guidance, strategic reforms, and unwavering support have continued to enhance operational effectiveness, intra-agency collaboration, and the overall policing architecture across the nation.
While assuring members of the public of the Command’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and proactive policing, the Commissioner of Police advised residents, particularly transport union members, to abide by the law, resist involvement in any form of illegality, and promptly report suspicious activities to the nearest police formation for immediate action.
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DSP AYANLADE OLAYINKA OLUSHOLA
Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO)
Ondo State Police Command
For: – Commissioner of Police, Ondo State
8th November, 2025
