The Ogun State Police Command has arraigned the suspended Olorile of Orile Ifo, Semiu Adewale Ogunjobi, for allegedly assaulting a 73-year-old chief, Abraham Areola.

Ogunjobi appeared in court on Tuesday, facing three charges: conspiracy, assault, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace.

Confirming the development, the spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, stated that the incident, which was captured in a viral video, had been thoroughly investigated.

"The Kabiyesi, Abdulsemiu Ogunjobi, who was seen assaulting an elderly man in a viral video in Ifo, Ogun State, has been charged to court today, February 4, 2025, on three counts of conspiracy, assault, and conduct likely to cause a breach of peace," Adejobi said.

He added that Ogunjobi was granted bail, and the case has been adjourned to March 6, 2025.

Assuring the public of justice, Adejobi reaffirmed the police’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and maintaining professional standards.