Father one other person arrested for Stealing N200,000 he-Goat for Naming Ceremony

Father one other person arrested  for Stealing N200,000 he-Goat for Naming Ceremony

Operatives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested two individuals, Akintoye Waris and Ajayi Yusuf, for allegedly stealing a valuable Savannah he-goat and slaughtering it for a child’s naming ceremony.

The incident, which unfolded in the Odeda area of Ogun State, has sparked concern over the rise of livestock theft in the region.

According to Police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, the suspects were apprehended on January 2, 2025, following a series of investigations into the theft.

The stolen goat, worth N200,000, belonged to a local farmer, identified only as Mark.

On December 25, 2024, Mark had taken his livestock, including the he-goat, out to graze. However, upon his return, he discovered that one goat was missing.

A search was launched, and villagers provided crucial information.

They reported seeing Waris and Yusuf riding a motorcycle with the missing goat, heading toward Olodo town.

Acting swiftly on this tip-off, police detectives were dispatched to track down the suspects. Their efforts led to the successful arrest of the duo in the early hours of January 2.

The suspects are currently in police custody, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.

The police have urged community members to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities, as they continue to combat livestock theft in the area.

She said, “during interrogation, the suspects confessed to the crime, explaining how they stole, transported, and later slaughtered the he-goat on December 27, 2024.

“They disclosed that the goat was used to prepare food for the naming ceremony of Akintoye Waris’s daughter, which was held at Olodo.

“The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation at Odeda Divisional Crime branch.”