The deceased, who was the Coordinator of the Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation in the council area was allegedly kidnapped and killed by gunmen in front of his house in Supare Akoko community in April this year.
The Public Relations Officer, Ondo State Police Command, SP Funmilayo Odunlami-Omisanya confirmed the arrest in a statement.
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She said the suspects, Mohammed Sheu and Abubakar Umar were arrested by the Special Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Command.
The police spokesperson disclosed that their style of operation was locating the victim’s residence, going in there and picking them into the bush, after which ransom would be demanded.
Odunlami-Omisanya noted that further investigation on the matter is ongoing and efforts are being made to apprehend other suspects in connection with the killing.