Police operatives in Ogun have recovered 11 assorted iPhones,, laptop computer and other items from two members of a robbery gang arrested shortly after their operation at a student hostel in the Eruku/Agbon area of Ewekoro of the state.

The gang of robbers also forced one of the victims to transfer N200,000 to an account during the robbery operation. Ogun Police command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said in a statement on Wednesday in Abeokuta.

The Ogun Police Command spokesperson said the suspects were arrested following a distress call from an anonymous caller at about 2:40 a.m. on Sept. 13.

According to him, the caller alerted the police to an armed gang robbing students at a hostel in the area.

According to him, operatives of the Ewekoro Division, led by the Divisional Police Officer, promptly responded to the distress call.

”On sighting the police operatives, the suspects abandoned their loot in a school bag and attempted to flee.

”However, the team pursued and successfully apprehended two suspects,” he said.

Babaseyi said a search of the abandoned school bag led to the recovery of 11 assorted iPhones, an HP laptop and various items of clothing.

He added that some victims had identified the recovered property as belonging to them.

“Preliminary investigation revealed that the gang allegedly forced one of the victims to transfer N200,000 to an account during the robbery,” he said

He also said that detectives had visited the crime scene, documented the forced entry and secured the recovered exhibits.

He further said that the suspects and the recovered property had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for discreet investigation and prosecution.

According to him, efforts are ongoing to arrest other fleeing members of the gang and locate the owner of the beneficiary account.

He quoted the state Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, as commending the Ewekoro operatives for their vigilance and prompt response.

Ojajuni reaffirmed the command’s commitment to protecting students and residents across the state from criminal elements.

He urged operators of off-campus student hostels and landlords to maintain emergency contact numbers and promptly report security threats or suspicious activities.

“Residents are advised to use the Gateway Shield toll-free line, 0800 000 9111, or 09164859299 and 09154293464 to report emergencies,” he said.

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up a potential future without Michael Carrick.

The club have reportedly identified former Napoli and Chelsea manager Antonio Conte as a potential candidate should they decide to replace head coach Michael Carrick.

The 57-year-old Italian is currently unemployed following his departure from Napoli at the conclusion of the 2025/26 campaign, where he secured the 2024/25 Serie A title during his two-year tenure.

The club hierarchy are reportedly eyeing external options following a mediocre start to the 2026/27 season.

Manchester United most recently suffered a 1-0 Premier League defeat to Manchester City on September 13, failing to capitalise after playing against 10 men for nearly 70 minutes.

The poor start places pressure on Carrick, who recently signed a permanent contract after impressing during an interim stint earlier in 2026.

Despite handing the 45-year-old a new long-term deal in the summer, the Manchester United board are exploring contingency plans if results do not improve.

Conte presents a proven option for the Old Trafford hierarchy, boasting a strong track record of securing major domestic titles.

He won three consecutive Serie A titles with Juventus between 2011 and 2014, secured the 2020/21 Serie A title with Inter Milan, and added a fifth Italian championship with Napoli in 2024/25.

His Premier League credentials include winning the 2016/17 league title and the 2017/18 FA Cup during a two-year stint at Chelsea between 2016 and 2018.

Despite his undeniable pedigree, reservations remain regarding his abrasive management style and his previous exit from English football.

Conte last managed in the Premier League with Tottenham Hotspur, leaving the club by mutual consent in March 2023 following a volatile 16-month tenure.

His departure occurred shortly after an explosive post-match press conference where he openly criticised his players as “selfish” following a 3-3 draw against Southampton.

The manner of that exit remains a point of consideration for the Manchester United hierarchy as they evaluate whether his demanding approach aligns with their current squad structure.

Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, has said no player is untouchable in his squad.

Mourinho was responding to reporters after their last-gasp win over Elche on Tuesday night.

Madrid needed a late goal from Carlos Espi to take all three points from the game.

After the match, Mourinho was specifically asked about Arda Güler, who opened the scoring with a stunning free-kick.

But Güler was taken off in the 68th minute of the match, with Mourinho feeling the midfielder was losing intensity.

“He is not untouchable. In fact, no one has such status,” Mourinho said.

“When I make changes, it is usually because the team is losing control of the game.

“Arda played in the ‘number ten’ position, which requires covering a large part of the pitch. Therefore, he gradually began to lose intensity.”