Operatives from the Odeda Division of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested Akintoye Waris for allegedly stealing and slaughtering a Savannah he-goat valued at N200,000 to celebrate his child’s naming ceremony.
According to the police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, the suspect, along with his accomplice Ajayi Yusuf, was arrested on January 2, 2024, in the Odeda Area of the state.
Details of the Theft
The suspects allegedly stole the goat from a farm owned by an individual identified as Mark. They targeted the goat after Mark had taken his cattle for grazing on December 25. Upon Mark’s return, he discovered one of his goats was missing and launched a search in the community.
During the search, villagers confirmed seeing Waris and Yusuf with the missing goat on a motorcycle, heading towards Olodo town. Acting on this tip-off, detectives were immediately dispatched and arrested the suspects in the early hours of January 2, 2024.
Confession and Purpose of the Theft
During interrogation, the suspects admitted to stealing, transporting, and slaughtering the he-goat on December 27, 2024. They explained that the goat was used for food preparation during the naming ceremony of Akintoye Waris’s daughter, held at Olodo.
Ongoing Investigation and Future Prosecution
The suspects are currently in police custody and are undergoing further investigation at the Divisional Crime Branch. Odutola assured the public that the suspects would be prosecuted in court once the investigation is complete. Any updates on the case will be communicated in due course.
