The Ogun State Community, Social Orientation and Safety Corps, otherwise known as So-Safe Corps, has arrested a 34-year-old man, identified as Remilekun Peter, following an alleged burglary and attempted rape at Onimalu Cooperative CDA, along Ilogbo Road in Ogun State.
The suspect was arrested at about 3am on Thursday, September 3, 2026, after residents reportedly raised an alarm over a woman’s cry for help.
According to a statement issued by the State Commander of the corps, Cmdr. (Dr.) Soji Ganzallo, and made available by the Director of Information and Public Relations, Assistant Commander Adegunwa Adegbuyi, the Chairman of the Cooperative CDA, Tajudeen Adedeji, alerted the Division Officer, SC Bakare Gafar, after hearing the distress call.
The statement said members of the community rushed to the scene and allegedly found Peter chasing the victim, Mrs. Omolara Oluwakemi, while armed with a pair of scissors.
A security officer on duty reportedly intervened and apprehended the suspect.
The victim, during preliminary questioning, allegedly told security operatives that the suspect entered her residence at about 3am and took away her television, fans and other household appliances.
She further alleged that after removing the items, the suspect produced a pair of scissors and attempted to sexually assault her.
The woman reportedly escaped from the suspect and raised an alarm, attracting the attention of nearby residents.
The So-Safe Corps said a search conducted on the suspect led to the recovery of a condom.
The suspect, the victim and the complainant were subsequently handed over to the Nigeria Police Force at the Onipanu Divisional Headquarters for further investigation and possible prosecution.
Commending members of the community and the Divisional Officer for their prompt response, Ganzallo urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities and emergencies to security agencies.
He reiterated the corps’ commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
