The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the burglary of a container belonging to Adron Homes and Properties Company in the Ode Omi area of the state.

The suspects, identified as Balogun Jamiu (58), Iginla Adekunle (48), and Ahmadu Tairu (44), were apprehended following a complaint lodged by the company’s Chief Security Officer, Jinadu Rasaq.

The State Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Superintendent of Police Omolola Odutola, stated on Saturday that the burglary occurred in February 2025 at approximately 10:15 pm.

The suspects allegedly broke into the company’s container and stole various building materials valued at ₦10 million.

The stolen items include two air-conditioning units, 14 packets of ceiling materials, one door, two electrical VB units, one packet of electrical pipes, five iron rods, one point wire, and three and a half packets of tiles.

Odutola stated, “Following investigations, the case was referred to the Department of Criminal Investigation, where the suspects reportedly made confessional statements.

“We assure the public that after further discreet investigations, the suspects will be charged in court.

“Residents and business owners in the area are urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies.”

The arrest of a 25-year-old man, Aron Hassan, for a similar crime in February.

Hassan allegedly stole electric cables worth about ₦500,000 in the Igbesa community of Ado-Odo/Ota.

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