The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a 45-year-old man, Adeniyi Benjamin, for allegedly operating an unlicensed medical facility and practising medicine without the required qualifications in Ibadan.

The suspect was arrested on October 2, 2026, at Life Is Good Hospital in the Olodo area of Ibadan by operatives of the command’s Monitoring Unit.

The arrest followed intelligence received by the police concerning his activities at the facility, according to the state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka.

Suspect Allegedly Treated Fertility Conditions

The police said Benjamin was found attending to patients and administering treatments, particularly for fertility-related conditions, despite allegedly not being a certified medical doctor.

According to the command, items recovered from the facility included two weighing scales, four Quantum Magnetic Resonance Body Analysers, a stethoscope, a carton of assorted medicines and specimen bottles.

The police said preliminary investigation showed that Benjamin allegedly admitted to operating as a quack practitioner for about seven years.

He also allegedly told investigators that he had been providing fertility-related treatments to patients despite not being a medical doctor and having no licence to practise medicine.

Police Raise Concern Over Fertility Treatment

The command said the development raised concerns about the potential risks to members of the public who may unknowingly seek treatment from unqualified practitioners.

Police particularly highlighted fertility care as a sensitive area in which patients may face serious health risks if treatment is provided by people without the appropriate medical qualifications.

The command therefore urged residents to verify the professional credentials and registration status of anyone offering medical services before seeking treatment from them.

Investigation Underway

The police said investigation was ongoing to determine the full extent of Benjamin’s activities and establish whether other people were connected to the operation of the facility.

The command said appropriate action would be taken in accordance with the law after the investigation.

Police also encouraged members of the public to report suspicious medical facilities or individuals presenting themselves as medical practitioners without verifiable credentials to the police or relevant regulatory authorities.

Benjamin’s alleged activities and the allegations against him have not been established by a court.