The Ekiti State Police Command paraded Baboga Alhaji, a suspect allegedly involved in the killing of two traditional rulers in the Ikole area of the state.
A combined effort by the police and other security agencies led to his arrest in the forest between Ayedun and Ayebode.
The police denied any ransom payment for the release of abducted school pupils and teachers.
During operations in various forests, a total of 13 suspects were arrested, and dangerous weapons were recovered.
Babooga Alhaji, one of the suspects, admitted involvement in the assassination of the two traditional rulers and is providing information to apprehend other gang leaders.