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17-Year-Old OOU Student Arrested for Allegedly Stealing and Attempting to Sell Phones

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17-Year-Old OOU Student Arrested for Allegedly Stealing and Attempting to Sell Phones

A 17-year-old student of Olabisi Onabanjo University (OOU), Sobando Semilore, has been arrested by the Ago-Iwoye police for allegedly stealing two high-end smartphones and attempting to sell them.

According to a statement released by the Ago-Iwoye police division, Semilore, a first-year Political Science student residing in Danmark Hall, was caught on December 17, 2024. He was allegedly in possession of a Samsung S21 valued at ₦350,000 and an iPhone 14 Pro Max worth ₦650,000, both belonging to Muktapha Adenugba.

The statement revealed that the suspect was apprehended around 5:00 PM while trying to sell the stolen phones at Pepsi Junction in Ago-Iwoye. During interrogation, he reportedly admitted to stealing the devices from a poolside at Gardeen, a well-known relaxation spot.

The police confirmed that the stolen phones have been recovered and returned to their rightful owner. Investigations into the case are ongoing, with further updates expected.

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This incident has sparked conversations about crime among students, with many emphasizing the need for vigilance and better security measures in social spaces.


 

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Concern Grows Over Rising Insecurity Following Kwara Abduction Case

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It was reported that bandits were seen in Kwara State and abducted six residents from Rukpete Village.

The incident was reported to have occurred on June 8 at about 11 p.m.

Sources revealed that seven people were initially taken, but an elderly man was later released, leaving six victims in captivity.

The rising cases of insecurity in the country remain quite alarming.


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Panic as Bandit Rumours Spark School Safety Concerns in Abuja

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The state of the country is affecting many people, as they believe nowhere is safe, including schools where they keep their children.

It has been reported that some parents have started withdrawing their children from schools in Abuja.

It can be noted that rumours of bandits being sighted near a school triggered panic, causing parents to hurriedly remove their children for safety.

While the reports of bandits have not been confirmed, the school has also issued safety measures to ensure the protection of students within the premises.


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Lagos Residents Raise Alarm After Suspected Bandits Are Reported in Ibeju-Lekki

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It has been rumored that bandits have made their way to Lagos, and allegedly they were spotted in Ibeju-Lekki, where some residents became suspicious of them and reported the matter.

A clip of the group of men went viral online, and many people became concerned. Whether true or not, fear has been sparked among Lagosians as they worry that bandits may already be in the state. Even if the reports remain unconfirmed, many believe it is still a possibility worth paying attention to.


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