Police arrest suspected cult member in Ogun, recover firearm

• During the search of the vehicle, two locally-made pistols and three live cartridges were discovered in John’s possession. 

The Ogun police command has announced the arrest of Abiodun John, leader of the Alora cult group, along Akute-Olambe road in the state.

Omolola Odutola, police spokesperson, disclosed that John was apprehended during a routine stop-and-search operation on Thursday.

A firearm was allegedly seized from John’s possession during a vehicle search at the time of his arrest, according to Odutola.

“On January 9, 2025, at about 3:30 PM, Ajuwon police officers were conducting a lawful patrol and performing stop-and-search duties along the Akute/Olambe road when they received information from the public regarding two men suspected to be inside a Venza car with dealer number URSMOT AUTOS 4657DLA,” the statement reads.

“Immediately the information was intercepted, the officers pursued the vehicle, which was eventually stopped in front of the Osaro Mobile Filling Station.

“One suspect, identified as Abiodun John, a 25-year-old male from the Olori area of Akute, was arrested, while another suspect remains at large.

“During the search of the vehicle, two locally-made pistols and three live cartridges were discovered in John’s possession.”

Odutola stated that initial investigations are underway, and the suspect and confiscated items have been taken to the police station for further action.