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Operatives of Agbado Division, Ogun State Police Command, have arrested a 28-year-old driver, Jeremiah Jacob Emmanuel, for allegedly absconding with the Lexus 460 SUV valued at ₦45 million
The suspect was said to have immediately arranged to take the vehicle to Cotonou, Benin Republic, for sale at ₦10 million, despite its estimated value of ₦45 million.
He was arrested following a report received on November 12, 2026, at about 7:00 p.m concerning the alleged theft of the black Lexus car by the suspect.
Spokesperson of the Command, Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Abeokuta, the Ogun State Capital.
Babaseyi said that within hours of receiving a report of its theft, leading to the arrest of a suspect and the foiling of an alleged plan to dispose of the vehicle for ₦10 million.
He said that according to preliminary investigation, the driver had conveyed his employer to his office earlier in the day but subsequently left with the vehicle without authorisation, allegedly claiming that his wife was indisposed.
The police spokesperson said that the suspect reportedly took the vehicle to meet two other individuals, Akeem Olawale, aged 34, and Monday Keshi, who is currently at large.
He said that upon receiving the report, detectives of Agbado Division immediately swung into action, deploying their investigative resources to track down the suspects.
Babaseyi said that the operation led to the arrest of one of the suspects at Agbado Crossing at about 7:00 p.m. on the same day, while the stolen Lexus was successfully recovered.
“During preliminary investigation, the arrested suspect allegedly admitted involvement in the planned movement of the vehicle to Cotonou for sale,” he noted.
The Spokesperson said that efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing accomplice.
He added that the case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for discreet investigation and further necessary action.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the detectives for their vigilance, swift response and professionalism.
Ojajuni reiterated the Command’s determination to sustain intelligence-led operations, disrupt criminal networks and ensure that individuals involved in criminal activities are brought to justice.
He assured residents of its unwavering commitment to the protection of lives and property, while encouraging members of the public to promptly report suspicious activities and provide credible information that can assist police operations.
