Adekimi Ojo, Kwara police commissioner (middle), during the press briefing
The Kwara police command has arrested a man identified as Adeola Badru for allegedly defrauding a federal political appointment seeker of N300 million.
Adekimi Ojo, Kwara police commissioner, shared details of the case with journalists in Ilorin this week.
Badru is accused of criminal breach of trust, forgery, and obtaining money under false pretence.
In 2023, he reportedly approached his victim, Joseph Olugbenga, claiming to be a seasoned politician with access to top political figures.
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Badru allegedly promised to secure Olugbenga a seat on the board of the South West Development Commission for a fee of N300 million.
Convinced by his claims, Olugbenga reportedly paid the sum in tranches.
After receiving the payments, the suspect fled to Ibadan, Oyo state, and blocked all communication channels.
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Police operatives later traced him to his hideout, where he was arrested. During interrogation, Badru allegedly confessed to the crime.
The command said he will be charged after investigations are concluded.
