The Osun State Police Command has arrested a 45-year-old man, Adeyemo Mukaila, over the alleged defilement of a minor in the Ilupeju area of Ikire, Osun State.

The arrest followed reports that the suspect allegedly assaulted the girl twice, with the second incident occurring on October 2, 2026, her birthday.

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According to a statement signed by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abiodun Ojelabi, Mukaila was a friend of the victim’s grandmother, with whom the girl lives, and frequently visited their home.

The police said the alleged abuse began in September 2026 when the suspect reportedly lured the child to his residence under the pretext of sending her on an errand.

On arriving at the house, he allegedly dragged her into his room, removed her underwear and sexually assaulted her.

The police statement said the suspect allegedly assaulted the minor again on October 2, when she approached him to request a birthday gift.

Mukaila reportedly gave the girl ₦1,000 but subsequently asked her to give him something in return.

The victim allegedly bought biscuits for him and took them to his workshop in the Ilupeju area of Ikire.

However, the suspect allegedly dragged her into a nearby bush and sexually assaulted her again.

He reportedly fled into the bush after noticing that passers-by had witnessed the incident.

According to the police, commuters who witnessed the incident attended to the victim and asked her what had happened.

After she narrated her ordeal, the witnesses reportedly pursued the suspect, apprehended him and handed him over to the police.

The Osun State Commissioner of Police has ordered a thorough investigation into the case.

The command also urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and report suspicious movements or criminal activities promptly.

Residents were advised to report such incidents at the nearest police station or through established police emergency channels.

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The suspect’s arrest marks the beginning of the police investigation, and the allegations remain subject to the outcome of the investigation and any subsequent court proceedings.