The Oyo State Police Command has arrested a man, Olaitan Oloyede, for allegedly r@ping his neighbours eight-year-old daughter in the Oke-Alaro area of Ibadan. The spokesperson of the command, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in a statement on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Investigation revealed that an eight-year-old girl informed her father that she was experiencing pain in her private part and that she had been s3xually violated by their 27-year-old neighbour, Olaitan Oloyede, sometime in October 2025, the statement read. Following the report, the Oke-Alaro Police Division promptly commenced investigations, which led to the arrest of the suspect. "Detectives from Oke-Alaro Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, took the victim to a hospital for medical examination, treatment and rehabilitation, where she is currently receiving the necessary care and support. Meanwhile, the suspect was arrested, placed in lawful custody and is cooperating with the investigation, allowing the police to proceed with further enquiries. The statement added that the state Commissioner of Police, Femi Haruna, expressed strong displeasure over the incident and commended the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, for his guidance in strengthening intelligence-led policing and the protection of vulnerable persons. "CP Haruna has directed that the case be transferred to the State CID Gender Desk for discreet investigation to ensure a thorough and professional handling of the matter, the statement said. The command reiterated its zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence, particularly against children, and urged parents, guardians and members of the public to promptly report any suspected abuse to the nearest police station. It also reaffirmed its commitment to ridding Oyo State of violent crimes and ensuring justice for all victims. .
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