The Osun State Police Command has arrested five suspects accused of attacking a Methodist Church in the Fiwasaye area of Osogbo, the capital of Nigeria’s Osun State, and of damaging property at the site.
The police said the suspects were taken into custody after an investigation into the incident, which involved vandalism of church premises. No further details about the extent of the damage or the identities of the suspects were released.
Authorities confirmed that the arrests were part of an ongoing effort to address the incident and to restore security for worshippers in the region.
Osun State, located in southwestern Nigeria, has a predominantly Christian population, and Osogbo is known for its cultural heritage and religious sites. Incidents of violence against places of worship are relatively rare in the state.
The police have not disclosed whether any charges have been filed, but they indicated that the investigation remains active and that they will continue to pursue any individuals responsible for the attack.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
