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Security guard arrested for allegedly stealing his employers N15m worth of jewelry 

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Adewale Adegbenro, a security guard for the Ogun State Government-owned So-Safe Corps, was arrested in Ogun State for allegedly stealing from the residence he was hired to watch. In December 14, 2021, Adewale Adegbenro, a night guard in Adigbe, Abeokuta, allegedly broke into the residence he was guarding over and stole jewelry worth N15 million. On Monday, January 24, 2022, he was apprehended.
  Confirming his arrest in a statement, Moruf Yusuf, the corps’ spokesperson, said: “The So-Safe Corps was contacted by Force CIID Annex, Alagbon, Lagos State that one Mr Adewale Adegbenro, popularly called Akilapa, has been declared wanted for burgling into the residence of his employer who employed him as a night guard at Adigbe, Abeokuta.  “He carted away gold and jewelry worth N15million since December 14, 2021. He was finally apprehended somewhere in Odeda after he was closely monitored by officers of the corps.” He added that the suspect has been transferred to the Force CIID Annex, Alagbon, Lagos State for further investigation and likely prosecution.
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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.