Police in Ogun State, south west of Nigeria, have arrested Akintoye Waris and an alleged accomplice, Ajayi Yusuf, for reportedly stealing and slaughtering a Savannah he-goat valued at N200,000 to celebrate Waris’ daughter’s naming ceremony.
The Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, said on Saturday that the suspects were apprehended on January 2, 2025, following a report by the goat’s owner, identified only as Mark.
According to the report, the suspects targeted Mark’s farm on December 25, 2024, while he was out grazing his livestock. Villagers later informed the police they had seen Waris and Yusuf transporting the goat on a motorcycle toward Olodo town.
Suspects Confess to Crime
Acting on a tip-off, police detectives arrested the suspects in the early hours of January 2. During interrogation, they confessed to stealing and slaughtering the goat on December 27. Waris admitted using the meat to prepare food for his daughter’s naming ceremony in Olodo.
“The suspects explained how they planned, executed, and transported the stolen goat before using it for the event,” Odutola said.
Odutola confirmed that the suspects are in custody at the Divisional Crime Branch for further investigation. She assured residents that they would be prosecuted once the investigation is complete.
“We are committed to ensuring justice is served and will provide updates as the case progresses,” she added.
