The suspects allegedly stole the goat valued about N200,000 from the herd of one Mr Mark, on December 25, 2024.

Odutola stated that after discovering one of the goats was missing, a search was conducted in the community and some villagers confirmed seeing the two suspects with the missing goat on a motorcycle, heading to Olodo town.

The command said the two, who were subsequently arrested, confessed to the crime, and explained to the police how they stole, transported, and later slaughtered the he-goat on December 27, 2024.

“They disclosed that the goat was used to prepare food for the naming ceremony of Akintoye Warris’s daughter, which was held at Olodo.

“The suspects are currently in custody and undergoing further investigation at the Divisional Crime Branch.”