So-Safe Corps Arrests 21-Year-Old Plumber Over Alleged Theft in Ogun
Adebayo Pelumi was arrested in Iyesi, Ota, after operatives recovered two iron pots; a power bank and other items were also linked to the alleged theft.
Operatives of the Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, popularly known as the So-Safe Corps, have arrested a 21-year-old plumber, Adebayo Pelumi, over an alleged theft involving two iron pots and a power bank in Iyesi, Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State.
The suspect was arrested on Sunday, October 18, 2026, around Abiola Gas Line in Iyesi, following efforts by operatives of the Corps’ Canaan City Division to locate him in connection with a theft case reportedly reported from Arobi Eye.
Suspect Found Hiding After Search
The Corps’ State Commander, Dr Soji Ganzallo, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Adegunwa Adegbuyi.
According to Ganzallo, the Divisional Officer, Tajudeen Abdulkereem, and his team received information about the suspect’s whereabouts while conducting a routine patrol.
The operatives reportedly sighted Pelumi on a motorcycle but lost sight of him before they could apprehend him. A search of the surrounding area led to the recovery of two iron pots, while the suspect was later found hiding nearby.
Ganzallo said Pelumi allegedly attempted to escape by jumping over several fences but was eventually arrested.
Phones, ATM Card and Other Items Recovered
The commander said preliminary investigations indicated that a power bank and its charger had also been stolen during the incident.
Other items reportedly recovered during the operation included two Android mobile phones, a phone charger, an OPay ATM card, a voter’s card, several bunches of keys, two MTN SIM cards and receipts bearing no name identifying the suspect.
Pelumi, who reportedly hails from Aiyetoro in Ogun State and works as a plumber, was taken into custody for further investigation.
Suspect Handed Over to Police
The So-Safe Corps said the suspect and the recovered items had been handed over to the Nigeria Police Force at the Onipanu Divisional Headquarters for further investigation and appropriate action.
Ganzallo reiterated the Corps’ commitment to protecting lives and property, urging residents to remain vigilant and provide credible information to security agencies to help prevent and combat crime.
The allegations against Pelumi have not been established in court.
