The Ondo State Police Command has launched an intensified manhunt for Abiodun Benedicta Owoeye, a 34-year-old woman alleged to have organized a private gathering on 25th of December,2025 described by authorities as LGBTQ party in Akure.

Security operatives are currently seeking information about the whereabouts of Abiodun, who was reportedly identified as the principal organizer of the event which was disrupted during a joint operation by police officers and local vigilantes.

According to police sources, the raid was carried out at a residence located at 25 Iwalewe Street, Akure, Ondo State, where several individuals were reportedly found participating in the gathering. The operation allegedly led to the arrest of some participants, while the prime suspect and a few others managed to evade capture during the incident.

Authorities disclosed that the identities of the fleeing suspects were established through the interrogation of those arrested as well as identification materials recovered at the scene.

A police source who requested anonymity because he was not authorized to speak officially confirmed that Abiodun Benedicta Owoeye, born on December 31, 1991, formerly residing at 23 Gaga Street, Akure, Ondo State, has been placed on the police wanted list as investigations continue.

The source added that efforts are ongoing to locate and apprehend the suspect, expressing confidence that she would soon be brought in for questioning.

However, emerging reports suggest that the suspect may have already fled the area following the incident.
Human rights advocates familiar with the situation claim that Abiodun left the location after allegedly sustaining bruises and receiving threats to her life following the exposure of the gathering.

In a brief statement reportedly shared through an advocate, the suspect said she feared for her safety and believed remaining in the area could endanger her freedom and life.

Nigeria’s Same-Sex Marriage (Prohibition) Act criminalizes same-sex relationships and gatherings associated with them, with offenders facing possible prison sentences under the law.

Human rights organizations note that individuals accused of such activities often face social stigma, threats, and mob attacks in addition to legal consequences.

Efforts to reach the Ondo State Police Command for an official statement were unsuccessful as of the time of filing this report.