The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the killing of former Ogun State Television broadcaster, Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo.
Police Announce Arrests and Confession
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun, Bode Ojajuni, announced the arrests on Thursday during a briefing at the command headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta. He said the suspects were arrested following intelligence gathering, technical tracking and forensic investigations by detectives handling the case.
Oyesiku and Adetayo were found dead at the broadcaster’s residence in Owode-Egba area of Ogun State on June 21, while her Lexus RX 330 vehicle was reported missing.
Ojajuni said police received a report about suspicious activities at the residence and discovered the bodies after visiting the scene.
“The crime scene was scientifically processed. Preliminary investigation further revealed that a Lexus RX 330 vehicle belonging to the deceased was missing from the compound, raising suspicion of robbery and murder,” he said.
The police boss disclosed that the vehicle was recovered the following day through intelligence-led operations.
Principal Suspect Identified
Ojajuni identified the principal suspect as 22-year-old Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, who was arrested at a construction site in Abeokuta. Two others, Sakirudeen Abdulraheem Ayoola, 27, and Sobu Obafunsho, 36, were also arrested.
He said Philip allegedly admitted involvement in the crime and named the other suspects.
“During interrogation, Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip made a confessional statement, admitting his involvement in the murder of Madam Olakitan Oyesiku,” Ojajuni stated.
The police recovered exhibits including a broken hammer, cutlass, plank and black pen.
Ojajuni said investigations were ongoing to ensure all suspects connected to the crime face prosecution.
