The Ogun State Police Command has launched a public appeal to help locate four individuals who have mysteriously vanished in various parts of the state, including a worker from the renowned Obasanjo Farm in Abeokuta. The disappearance of the four individuals, which occurred over a span of just two weeks, has raised serious concerns among residents and sparked fears of growing insecurity in the region.
Among those missing is 48-year-old Adeola Jamiu, an employee at the Obasanjo Farm. The Ilupeju Division of the Ogun State Police declared Jamiu missing after he failed to return home on February 20, 2025. According to reports, Jamiu had left his residence at Alamala Estate, Ayetoro Road, Abeokuta, late that night around 11 p.m., heading to his workplace at Obasanjo Farm. Since then, there has been no trace of him, nor has he been heard from.
A concerned police spokesperson noted that Jamiu, described as dark-skinned, tall, and slim, was last seen wearing work attire. He is fluent in both Yoruba and English. His disappearance has caused great alarm, particularly given the high-profile nature of his employer, former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo. “We urge anyone with information regarding his whereabouts to contact the Ilupeju Police Division immediately,” the spokesperson urged.
The news of Jamiu’s disappearance comes on the heels of other alarming reports from different parts of Ogun State. On February 13, 2025, the Sagamu Divisional Police Headquarters reported that 23-year-old Asafa Halimat had gone missing. According to police, Halimat was last seen in the morning hours as she left her home for work at Overcomer Computer Centre, located opposite the Sagamu Magistrate Court.
Halimat, a young woman of fair complexion and a height of about five feet, is described as fluent in both Yoruba and English. Her family is said to be deeply concerned, as there has been no communication from her since that day. “Halimat’s disappearance is puzzling,” said a family member, who wished to remain anonymous. “She never fails to check in, so this is totally out of character.”
Similarly, on February 11, 2025, another individual, John Omomo, was reported missing by his family. According to the police, Omomo, whose last known location was opposite the Deeper Life Bible Church in Ofada, was seen entering a tricycle (locally known as ‘Marwa’) with a woman heading toward Mowe. Since that time, there have been no leads regarding his whereabouts, sparking fears for his safety.
The family of Omomo, a 30-year-old man, is frantic. One of his relatives, speaking to the press under the condition of anonymity, described the situation as a “nightmare.” “We’ve been searching everywhere for him,” the relative said. “It’s as if he just disappeared into thin air. We need answers.”
Meanwhile, another troubling case has surfaced. The Ogun State Police also reported that 23-year-old Habibat Abdulrafiu is missing. According to the police, Habibat was last seen leaving her home at No. 3, Asheshina Street, Odo-Kabiru Olosun, Itele-Ota, on February 20, 2025, at around 5:30 a.m. Family members confirmed that Habibat, who is mentally challenged, has not been heard from since her departure.
The Ogun State Police, in their official statement, expressed growing concern for Habibat’s safety due to her mental condition. “This is particularly worrying given that she is vulnerable and unable to take care of herself,” a police spokesperson stated. “We urge the public to come forward if they have any information regarding her disappearance.”
These disappearances have left the local community in shock and raised questions about the growing insecurity in Ogun State. For many residents, the sudden and unexplained vanishing of several individuals in such a short period has sparked fears of a larger trend of abductions or criminal activity.
The Ogun State Police Command has assured the public that they are actively investigating the cases and are calling on residents to be vigilant. In a statement, the police appealed to the public for any useful information that could help in locating the missing persons. “If you have any information, please contact the Ilupeju, Sagamu, or Itele-Ota Police Divisions, or call the numbers provided in our notices.”
In addition, the police have intensified patrols and are working with local communities to gather any relevant information. “We take these disappearances very seriously,” said another police spokesperson. “We are committed to ensuring the safety and security of everyone in Ogun State.”
Ogun State, once considered one of the more peaceful regions in southwestern Nigeria, has seen an uptick in criminal activity in recent years. In addition to cases of missing persons, the state has grappled with issues of armed robbery, kidnapping, and clashes between farmers and herders. Experts have raised concerns that the rise in insecurity is partly due to the influx of criminal elements from neighboring states.
As the investigation into the missing individuals continues, residents of Ogun State remain on edge. Community leaders are calling for more collaboration between the police and citizens, emphasizing the need for neighborhood watch programs and greater communication to help prevent further incidents.
The families of the missing individuals, meanwhile, are desperate for answers. “We just want our loved ones back,” said one relative of John Omomo. “It’s been days, and we are losing hope.”
In the face of uncertainty, the Ogun State Police Command is relying on the public to come forward with any information that could help bring the missing persons home.
