The police command in Ogun says one Jeremiah Nwoke, who allegedly damaged Agemo statue at Itori round-about in Ijebu Ode on Saturday was already in police custody.
CSP Omolola Odutola, the State Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) , disclosed this in a statement issued in Abeokuta on Sunday.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that in Ijebu land, Agemo is a supreme deity and high god (Orisa).
Odutola stated that the suspect desecrated the revered Agemo Shrine by severing its crown.
She noted that the severed crown had since been recovered and in safe custody at Obalende Police Station in Ijebu Ode.
The police spokesperson added that the prompt response by the police at the scene calmed tension and prevented potential violent escalation by traditional worshippers.
” The suspect is presently undergoing psychological evaluation, as initial observations suggest signs of mental instability.
” Ijebu Ode remains calm. Members of the public are assured of their safety as investigation into the incident continues.,” she said.
