The Police Command in the State of Osun have arrested a notorious cult leader, Afeez Alade who is popularly known as Esubiyi in Eiye Confratrnity in Osogbo on Saturday.
Esubiyi who was said to be the second in command of Eiye confraternity had been on a wanted list of the police for several months.
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The arrest of Alade was effected around the Jaleyemi area of Osogbo by men of the anti-cultism squad.
A security source, who preferred not to be named, said in a chat with our correspondent,
“The arrest was made last night (Saturday) through the combined efforts of the police and the vigilante team in the Jaleyemi area.â€
According to the source, a pistol and two rounds of live ammunition were found on the suspect when he was arrested.
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Meanwhile, the news of arrest of Alade was greeted with jubilation, especially in the neighbourhood where he was caught.
Although many of those contacted preferred not to be named, they, however, commended the efforts of the security agents that led to the arrest of the suspect.
One of those that commented on the arrest, said,
“Esubiyi is everywhere; he is very notorious and renowned for tormenting fun seekers at popular hotels and resorts across Osogbo. The news of his arrest is heart-warming.â€
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer for the Osun Police Command, Folasade Odoro, confirmed the arrest of the suspect.
She said Alade was arrested during a stop and search operation in Osogbo.
www.sojworld.com (c) December 10, 2018
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