The Ondo State Police Command has reportedly arrested a newly appointed aide to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Hon. Ware Ojo, popularly known as “Aruwe, Authority 001,” alongside his wife over alleged possession of illicit drugs and a locally fabricated firearm.
The couple were reportedly arrested at their residence in Oka-Akoko, where police operatives allegedly recovered substances suspected to be cocaine, methamphetamine, opium and other illicit drugs valued at more than ₦30 million.
A locally fabricated firearm was also reportedly recovered during the operation, alongside a Lexus RX 350 SUV with registration number AUTHORITY 01.
The incident reportedly took a dramatic turn following Ojo’s arrest, as he was alleged to have mobilised individuals who attacked the police station in protest against his detention.
Two police personnel, identified as Sergeant Abiodun and Inspector Osha, were reportedly injured during the alleged attack and taken to Faith Hospital in Oka-Akoko for medical treatment.
However, Ojo was subsequently said to have been released from police custody after the Divisional Police Officer of the Oka-Akoko Division, SP Makanjuola Damilola, allegedly received a telephone call from Governor Aiyedatiwa.
Although Ojo was reportedly released, the police were said to have retained the suspected illicit drugs, firearm and other exhibits allegedly recovered during the operation.
The circumstances surrounding the alleged attack on the police station, the reported release of the governor’s aide and the status of the exhibits are expected to form part of further investigations.
Ojo was recently appointed as an aide to Governor Aiyedatiwa.
The allegations have not been independently verified, and the identities and circumstances of the suspected exhibits remain subject to official investigation.
