The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a one-month-old baby lady allegedly bought for N2 million and arrested two suspects, together with the kid’s mom and the owner of the health facility the place she was born.
The incident reportedly occurred in Ido Local Government Area of Ibadan, with the police saying investigations had been ongoing to trace down different people suspected of involvement in the alleged youngster trafficking.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, confirmed the event in an announcement on Friday.
According to the police, the case was reported on October 15 by Mary Amos, a resident of the Ogunwade space of Ido, who raised the alarm over the disappearance of her granddaughter.
During the investigation, the kid’s mom, recognized as Cecilia, allegedly implicated the 40-year-old owner of the health facility and one other suspect. She reportedly advised investigators that the duo lured her into the association and facilitated the sale of the baby to a girl recognized as Odunayo.
Police investigations indicated that the alleged transaction was value N2 million, with Cecilia mentioned to have obtained N1 million, whereas the opposite two people allegedly collected N500,000 every.
Following the investigation, operatives rescued the baby lady and arrested Adeleke. The police mentioned efforts had been persevering with to apprehend Folawewo and be certain that everybody allegedly linked to the incident was delivered to justice.
The command reaffirmed its dedication to safeguarding youngsters and different susceptible members of society, urging residents to promptly report suspected instances of youngster trafficking and associated crimes.
“The Oyo State Police Command reiterates its commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable persons and urges members of the public to report suspected cases of child trafficking and related offences promptly,” the assertion mentioned.
