Impostor Nabbed for Robbery, Military Impersonation; Remanded in Ile-Ife Correctional Centre

A 38-year-old man, Adesina Peter (M), has been ordered to be remanded in the Ile-Ife Correctional Centre by a Magistrate Court sitting in Modakeke, following his arrest for alleged theft, impersonation, and unlawful possession of military attire. His case has been adjourned for further hearing until July 28, 2025.

The suspect, Adesina Peter, was apprehended after reportedly disguising as a personnel of the Nigerian Army. According to Osun Amotekun reports, Peter donned a Nigerian Army camouflage uniform to carry out criminal activities, including robbing unsuspecting residents under the guise of military authority.

The most recent incident occurred in the Modakeke area where Peter allegedly entered the residence of one Shola Michael and stole a motorcycle. His disguise as a military officer initially gave him cover, but luck ran out when vigilant members of the community grew suspicious of his actions. He was swiftly apprehended by local residents who immediately alerted operatives of the Osun State Security Network, popularly known as Amotekun Corps.

Upon arrest, Peter was handed over to security authorities, and during interrogation, he confessed to the crime. Investigations further revealed that this was not his first offense involving impersonation and robbery while clad in military gear.

Speaking on the matter, the presiding Magistrate emphasized the gravity of the charges particularly impersonating a military official to defraud innocent citizens and ordered that the accused be remanded in the Ile-Ife Correctional Centre. The case was adjourned until July 28, 2025, for mention and further proceedings.

Signed:

Yusuf Idowu Abass 

Public Relations Officer 

Osun Amotekun Corps