A 71-year-old cleric, Mr Omotayo Ezekiel Fajana, has been found dead under mysterious circumstances in a hotel in Akungba-Akoko, Ondo State. The incident occurred shortly before he was scheduled to be installed as the Head Prayer Warrior Father of a Cherubim and Seraphim Church, according to reports from Daily Trust and Vanguard.
Details of the Incident
Mr Fajana had traveled to Akungba-Akoko to attend a church programme at Ogo Orimolade C&S Church in Okerigbo, where the installation ceremony was to take place. He was discovered lifeless in the hotel where he had lodged ahead of the event, prompting immediate concerns among relatives and church members.
Reports indicate that questions were raised after Fajana's body was allegedly moved from the hotel to a mortuary in Ikare-Akoko before formal medical certification was obtained. This has heightened suspicions and sparked calls for a thorough investigation.
Police Investigation Underway
The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed that the matter is under investigation. The command's spokesperson, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, stated that detectives are examining all aspects of the case to determine whether any wrongdoing was involved. He added that anyone found responsible would face prosecution in line with the law.
Three individuals have been taken into custody and are assisting detectives with inquiries as authorities work to establish the events leading to the cleric's untimely death, according to Vanguard.
Family and Church Await Answers
The family members and church associates of the deceased are awaiting further details on the circumstances surrounding his death. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, particularly as it occurred on the eve of a significant religious ceremony.
Mr Fajana was a respected spiritual leader, and his sudden demise has raised many unanswered questions. The police have assured the public that the investigation will be comprehensive and transparent.
