The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested 11 suspects over the alleged attack on African Action Congress presidential aspirant, Omoyele Sowore, and other persons at Tawakalitu Restaurant in the Dalimore area of Ado-Ekiti.

The suspects were arrested by operatives of the Rapid Response Squad following a credible tip-off at their hideouts in the Atikankan area of Ado-Ekiti at about 10 p.m. on Friday, October 30, 2026.

The suspects are Joseph Tayo, 32; Olatunji Abayomi, 41; Isaac Amba, 22; Kehinde Ajigbana, 18; Tosin David, 18; Solomon Iyanu, 18; Ogunsola Ayomide, 21; Ojo Ayodeji, 22; Kayode Dada, 32; Segun Olatunji, 28; and Salami Emmanuel, 53.

Items recovered from them include two walkie-talkies, substances suspected to be Indian hemp and Colorado, two Indian hemp crushers, a pack of Rizla, seven ATM cards, 13 mobile phones, two vehicle keys, a flash drive, a 5G MTN Wi-Fi device, eight international passports, identity cards, three complimentary cards, two suspected criminal charms, a gas lighter and ₦250.

The police said the suspects were in custody, while investigations were ongoing to establish their individual roles in the incident, determine their possible connections with the attack and identify other persons involved.

The Commissioner of Police, Falade Adegoroye Michael, assured the public that the command would ensure that anyone found culpable was brought to justice.

He reiterated the command’s commitment to protecting lives and property and maintaining peace and security across Ekiti State, irrespective of political affiliations.

The police urged members of the public to remain calm and provide credible information that could assist the ongoing investigation.

The command also confirmed that Sowore and all other victims had received medical attention, been treated and discharged from the hospital.

The statement was signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ekiti State Command, SP Abutu Sunday, on Saturday, October 31, 2026.