Police Rescue One-Month-Old Baby Allegedly Sold for N2m in Oyo
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued a one-month-old baby girl allegedly sold for N2 million in Ido Local Government Area of Ibadan. Police have arrested two suspects, including the child’s mother, as investigations continue.
The police confirmed the development in a statement issued on Friday by the command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade.
According to the statement, the case came to light on October 15, 2026, after Mary Amos, a resident of the Ogunwade area of Ido, reported the disappearance of her granddaughter.
During the investigation, the baby’s mother, identified as Cecilia, allegedly implicated the owner of the health facility where she delivered the child and another suspect. She reportedly told investigators that the individuals lured her into the arrangement and helped facilitate the alleged sale.
Police Trace Alleged N2m Baby Sale
The police said their investigation indicated that the alleged transaction involved N2 million.
Of the reported amount, Cecilia allegedly received N1 million, while two other individuals reportedly received N500,000 each.
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Following the investigation, officers rescued the baby girl and arrested Adeleke, the owner of the health facility. Police said efforts were ongoing to apprehend another suspect, identified as Folawewo, and establish the roles of everyone allegedly connected to the case.
The report also identified a person named Odunayo as the alleged recipient of the baby. However, the police account provided in the report did not establish whether Odunayo had been arrested.
Oyo Police Reaffirm Commitment to Child Protection
The Oyo State Police Command said it remained committed to protecting children and other vulnerable members of society.
It also urged residents to report suspected cases of child trafficking and related offences promptly to the relevant authorities.
The command said investigations were continuing to identify and apprehend other people allegedly involved in the incident.
The rescued child’s recovery marks a key development in the investigation, while the police continue efforts to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged transaction.
