Police Arrest Three Over 27-Year-Old Woman’s Murder in Ondo

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Police Nab Fake Midwife, Prophetess Over Suspected Maternal Deaths in Ondo The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two suspects, including a self-acclaimed midwife and a prophetess, in connection with separate cases of alleged maternal and infant deaths in Akure and Emure-Ile. According to a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, the arrests followed tragic incidents recorded under suspicious circumstances in both locations. In the first case, reported on April 16, 2026, a woman identified as Mrs. Bawa Blessing reportedly died after going into labour at a private residence in the Gloryland area of Akure. The residence, said to belong to one Elizabeth Aremu, who allegedly posed as a midwife, became the scene of the tragedy after the victim developed complications shortly after delivery and died before she could be moved to a hospital. Police detectives who visited the location discovered the lifeless body of a newborn wrapped in a sack. The suspect was subsequently arrested. In a separate incident reported on April 11, 2026, a 20-year-old woman, Genifer Sunday, was taken to a church in Emure-Ile during labour. The church’s prophetess, identified as Blessing Efiong, allegedly handled the delivery. The newborn reportedly died at the scene, while the mother later died en route to a hospital after developing complications. The prophetess has also been taken into custody. The police said the remains of the deceased mothers and their infants have been deposited at the State Specialist Hospital, Akure, and the Federal Medical Centre morgue for preservation and autopsy. The Command assured that comprehensive investigations are ongoing to determine the exact causes of the deaths and to ensure that anyone found culpable faces prosecution. It also cautioned the public against seeking medical care from unqualified individuals, stressing the importance of using licensed healthcare facilities, particularly for critical procedures such as childbirth. The Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, reiterated the Command’s commitment to protecting lives and property, while appreciating the support and leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Rilwan Disu. Residents were urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies as efforts continue to curb criminal practices across the state.

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Police Arrest Three Over 27-Year-Old Woman’s Murder in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the brutal killing of a 27-year-old woman, Faith, in the Fagun area of Ondo State.
The incident, which was reported at the Fagun Division on February 5, 2026, prompted a full-scale investigation ordered by the Commissioner of Police, CP Adebowale Lawal.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, operatives swiftly responded to the distress call and discovered the lifeless body of the victim at Fagun Estate Road 5. The body was evacuated and deposited at the State Specialist Hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy.
Preliminary investigations revealed that unidentified assailants had forcibly gained entry into the compound of one Helen before attacking Faith with machetes, inflicting fatal injuries.
Following coordinated investigative efforts, the police apprehended three suspects identified as Olayode, 27; Temitope, 32; and Bolaji, 22. The suspects are currently in custody and have reportedly provided useful information aiding ongoing investigations. They are expected to be charged to court upon conclusion of the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police urged residents to remain calm and assured the public that adequate security measures have been put in place across the area to prevent further incidents.
The Command also expressed appreciation to the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, for his continued support and strategic leadership, noting that ongoing reforms and technological initiatives have strengthened policing operations in the state.
Residents were encouraged to provide credible and actionable information to the police to enhance security across the state.