Oyo Police Halt Kwara Officers’ Attempt to Arrest Tani Olohun in Ibadan — Tension as Sunday Igboho Intervenes

 

IBADAN — Tension reportedly gripped the Ayegun Oleyo area of Ibadan, Oyo State, after officers from the Kwara State Police Command arrived in the city to arrest prominent Isese advocate Abdulazeez Adegbola, popularly known as Tani Olohun.

The attempted arrest, which occurred on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, attracted the attention of residents after videos showing armed men in civilian clothing attempting to take Tani Olohun away circulated on social media.

The situation reportedly became tense as residents confronted the officers, with some initially questioning whether the men were genuine police personnel.

According to reports, Tani Olohun resisted being taken away, while residents gathered around the scene. The confrontation eventually attracted the intervention of Yoruba activist Sunday Adeyemo, popularly known as Sunday Igboho.

Police Explain Why Kwara Officers Came to Ibadan

The Oyo State Police Command has now clarified that the men involved were indeed police officers from the Kwara State Police Command.

According to the Oyo Police Command, the officers travelled to Ibadan to execute an arrest warrant issued by the Upper Ilorin Magistrates’ Court, Ilorin, in connection with allegations bordering on conduct likely to cause a breach of public peace.

The command said the warrant was issued after Tani Olohun allegedly failed to comply with conditions attached to an earlier bail granted to him by the court.

The clarification has added a new dimension to the controversy, as the initial videos had led some residents to believe that unidentified armed men were attempting to abduct the Isese advocate.

Oyo Police Direct Kwara Officers to Return

The latest reports indicate that the Oyo State Police Command intervened after being informed of the operation.

The visiting officers from Kwara were reportedly directed to return to their command, while the Oyo Police Command advised that the matter should be handled through the appropriate legal channels.

A report published Wednesday said the Oyo Command specifically directed the Kwara officers to return to their base, citing concerns surrounding the execution of the arrest process in Ibadan.

The development has consequently raised questions about territorial jurisdiction and the execution of arrest warrants across state boundaries, particularly where an alleged offence and the person sought are located in different states.

Sunday Igboho’s Intervention

Sunday Igboho later arrived at the scene after residents had confronted the officers.

Earlier reports portrayed Igboho's intervention as an attempt to prevent Tani Olohun from being arrested. However, Tani Olohun himself has subsequently offered a different account.

In a statement reported Wednesday, Tani Olohun said Igboho arrived after the confrontation had already lasted for some time and that his intervention helped prevent the situation from escalating further.

He reportedly described Igboho's intervention as assistance to the officers and residents during the tense encounter.

This account differs somewhat from earlier social-media descriptions of the incident, underlining the importance of separating verified facts from claims circulating online.

Tani Olohun Speaks After the Incident

Following the confrontation, Tani Olohun was seen in videos appearing visibly distressed and with torn clothing.

He thanked residents and individuals who responded after the incident began, while also expressing appreciation to the Oyo State authorities and traditional leaders.

In his subsequent account, he disputed the characterisation of Igboho as someone who simply blocked the police from carrying out their duty, saying the Yoruba activist arrived after residents had already confronted the officers.

What Led to the Arrest Attempt?

The case reportedly relates to allegations arising from a social-media publication involving religious issues.

Reports indicate that a complaint was filed against Tani Olohun in Kwara State, with allegations concerning conduct considered capable of causing public disturbance. The police say the arrest warrant followed his alleged failure to comply with conditions attached to an earlier bail arrangement.

The matter is reportedly still before a court in Ilorin, with further proceedings expected.

A Developing Story

The incident has generated considerable attention across Oyo State and among Yoruba cultural and religious communities because of the personalities involved and the circumstances surrounding the attempted arrest.

It has also renewed debate over police jurisdiction, execution of court warrants, religious freedom, traditional Yoruba practices and the limits of law-enforcement operations across state boundaries.

For now, the Oyo State Police Command's position is that the Kwara officers were acting pursuant to a court warrant, while the immediate operation in Ibadan was halted and the officers directed to return to Kwara.

Further developments are expected as the legal proceedings continue.

AYEKOOTO MEDIA NG will continue to monitor the matter and bring readers verified updates as they emerge.

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