Ogun Police Dismiss Report on Ajuwon Tenant Dispute, Clarifies Assault, Investigation.
Ogun Police Dismiss Report on Ajuwon Tenant Dispute, Clarifies Assault, Investigation.
Lucky Akra
The Ogun State Police Command has refuted allegations contained in an online publication titled “Ogun Police, Tenants and the Peril of Criminalising Civil Disputes.” describing the report as misleading and a distortion of facts surrounding an incident in the Ajuwon area of the state.
In a statement issued by the Ogun State PPRO DSP Oluseyi B Babaseyi anipr,police authorities said the matter in question was never treated as a civil tenancy dispute but as a criminal complaint involving alleged assault and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace.
According to the police, the case was reported on April 9, 2026, by a relative of a landlord who claimed that an altercation between the landlord and his tenants over electricity issues escalated into a physical confrontation. The incident reportedly led to a medical emergency involving the landlord.
The Command stated that officers followed standard investigative procedures by inviting all parties involved, obtaining statements, and assessing the scene of the incident.
Police authorities explained that the matter was handled at the divisional level, while the parties were granted administrative bail in line with due process and constitutional provisions. Efforts were also made to de -escalate tensions and encourage an amicable settlement.
According to the statement, the complainant later withdrew the case through a formal letter, confirming that the dispute had been peacefully resolved by all parties involved.
The Command further denied claims of unlawful detention, insisting that all actions taken by the police were within legal and procedural limits.
“At no time were any persons unlawfully detained. All police actions taken were strictly within constitutional and procedural limits, including lawful invitation, investigation, and administrative bail,” the statement read.
The police also accused the publication of deliberately misrepresenting facts despite receiving official clarification from the Police Public Relations Officer before publication.
The Ogun State Police Command warned against what it described as attempts to distort lawful police actions and mislead the public, noting that such narratives could erode public trust in policing and due process.
Reaffirming its commitment to professionalism and neutrality, the Command urged members of the public to disregard sensational reports and rely only on verified information released through official police communication channels.
