The arrest of Ware Ojo, popularly known as “Aruwe, Authority 001,” has taken a fresh turn in Ondo State.
Ojo and his wife were reportedly arrested over suspected illicit drugs and a locally made firearm.
However, the Ondo State Government has denied that Ojo works as an aide to Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The couple were reportedly arrested at their residence in Oka-Akoko.
Police allegedly recovered substances suspected to be cocaine, methamphetamine, opium and other drugs.
The suspected substances were reportedly valued at more than ₦30 million.
A locally fabricated firearm and a Lexus RX 350 SUV were also reportedly recovered.
The situation reportedly escalated after Ojo allegedly mobilised people who attacked the police station.
Two officers, Sergeant Abiodun and Inspector Osha, were reportedly injured.
They were taken to Faith Hospital in Oka-Akoko for treatment.
Ojo was later reportedly released from police custody, while the police retained the exhibits.
The circumstances surrounding his release and the alleged police station attack remain unclear.
Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan, later issued a statement distancing Ojo from the administration.
The statement reads:
“The attention of the Ondo State Government has been drawn to a trending report and image claiming that an “Ondo Governor’s Aide” has been arrested over alleged possession of illicit drugs and firearms.
“For the record, the young man in the report is not an aide to His Excellency, Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa. He holds no political appointment in this administration.
“We urge the Nigeria Police Force to investigate the matter thoroughly and ensure that due process is followed in accordance with the law.”
The Ondo governor aide arrest claim has therefore become a subject of official clarification.
Further police findings are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding the arrest and recovered items.
