A 23-year-old man was arrested in Ibadan early on April 13, 2026, for allegedly severing the head of a six-year-old girl, Mutiyatu Sunday. The suspect was apprehended after police found him in possession of the severed head, prompting immediate action to prevent him from being harmed by an angry mob.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Ayanlade Olayinka reported that police operatives swiftly mobilized to the scene, despite facing stiff resistance from the crowd. They successfully rescued the suspect and secured the evidence found with him.
The tragic incident occurred on a Saturday, and the police have confirmed that the suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue. Olayinka stated, “Following the arrest, preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect, 23, allegedly unlawfully killed a six-year-old girl, later identified as Mutiyatu Sunday, and severed her head, which was recovered from him.”
In a separate operation, the Oyo State Police Command also arrested ten individuals specializing in the forgery of official documents. This coordinated effort by the Police Command’s Monitoring Unit led to the discovery of various incriminating items, including fake police stamps and certificates.
Olayinka noted that actionable intelligence received on April 9 indicated that a group was operating from a hideout in the Ogunpa area of Ibadan. All suspects involved in the forgery have reportedly confessed to their roles in the criminal enterprise and are providing information to assist ongoing investigations.
The police have urged residents to refrain from acts of jungle justice, emphasizing that such actions can impede thorough investigations. As the community grapples with the shocking murder of a young girl, officials are working diligently to ensure justice is served.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any potential connections between the two incidents, but the police are committed to addressing both violent crime and forgery in the region.