Mother Arrested For Smuggling Colos To Son Who Is On Death Row In Ogun State

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The Ogun State Command of the Nigerian Correctional Service has arrested a woman, Iyabo Sowunmi, for allegedly attempting to smuggle suspected illicit drugs into the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Ibara, Abeokuta.

The contraband was intended for her son, Dare Sowunmi, who is currently on death row at the facility.

The spokesperson of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Ogun State Command, Olayinka Odukoya, disclosed the incident in an official statement on Monday, August 31, 2026.

According to Olayinka Odukoya, Iyabo Sowunmi was intercepted at approximately 1:33 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, during a routine screening exercise at the facility’s main entrance.

Security personnel discovered that the substance, suspected to be a potent psychoactive synthetic drug commonly known as Colos, was cleverly concealed inside a sachet of beverage powder (Milo).

Detailing the arrest, Odukoya explained, “At approximately 1:33 PM on Friday, August 28, 2026, routine screening procedures at the facility’s main entry point led to the detection of suspicious substances, believed to be the psychoactive synthetic drug commonly known as Colos, concealed within a sachet of a popular beverage powder.”

He further added, “The suspect was attempting to deliver the package to an inmate, Dare Sowunmi, who is currently on death row. Following the interception, officers immediately detained Mrs. Sowunmi. In accordance with inter-agency operational protocols, she has been handed over to the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for comprehensive investigation and prosecution.”

Reacting to the breach, the Controller of Corrections, Ogun State Command, Abioye Adesina, commended the security personnel for their vigilance and strict adherence to established security protocols.

Adesina re-emphasised the command’s uncompromising stance on security, stating, “Our custodial facilities exist to ensure public safety, reformation, and rehabilitation. We maintain an absolute zero-tolerance policy for drug trafficking or any illegal acts designed to compromise security.”

He warned, “Attempts to introduce contraband into our facilities will be met with swift legal action.”

The command strongly urged members of the public to respect the integrity of custodial institutions, warning that anyone seeking to undermine prison security will face the full weight of the law.

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