OPC apprehends three suspected kidnappers operating around Old Oyo National Park

The Oodua Peoples Congress (OPC) has arrested three suspected kidnappers allegedly terrorising residents and visitors around Old Oyo National Park.

According to Daily Post, the suspects were apprehended during separate security patrols in Oyo State.

The OPC coordinator in Eseke village, Oriire Local Government Area, Kehinde Zaccheus, disclosed the arrests on Tuesday.

He explained that one suspect was arrested in Eseke village, while two others were apprehended in Igbeti, Olorunsogo Local Government Area.

“The suspects specifically were picked up at different times by a patrol team of the organisation at Eseke in Oriire local government area (one suspect) and at Igbeti, Olorunsogo local government area (two), and the suspects were reportedly in possession of sophisticated rifles.

“Upon arrest, the suspects were handed over to the police at Ikoyi-Ile and Igbeti, respectively, for further investigation.”

Old Oyo National Park has experienced repeated security attacks, including the killing of forest guards in 2025.