…Key suspect reveals why she was killed
A handwritten note has exposed the killers of a popular veteran broadcaster, Olakitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo, leading to their arrest by the Ogun State Police Command.
The Commissioner of Police in the state, Bode Ojajuni, announced the arrests on Thursday while addressing journalists at the command headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta.
Ojajuni said investigators uncovered the suspects through intelligence-driven operations, technical tracking and forensic investigations launched after the double murder.
Oyesiku, who retired from the Ogun State Television (OGTV), and Adetayo were discovered dead at the retired broadcaster’s home in the Owode-Egba area of Ogun State on June 21. Her Lexus RX 330 was also missing from the residence.
The police commissioner said officers at the Owode-Egba Police Station received a report around 4 p.m. on June 21 over unusual developments at the deceased’s residence.
“Preliminary information indicated that the front door of the residence had been partially damaged while the security house within the compound was found locked, prompting immediate police intervention,” Ojajuni said.
He said detectives who arrived at the scene found Adetayo dead inside the security post, while Oyesiku’s body was discovered in the living room of the main building.
“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 added.
According to Ojajuni, the stolen vehicle was traced and recovered a day later through intelligence and technical tracking efforts.
Ojajuni noted that despite the confessional statements and evidence already obtained, detectives were still expanding the investigation.
“The Ogun State Police Command wishes to emphasise that while the suspects have made useful statements and substantial evidence has been recovered in the course of the investigation, all suspects remain entitled to due process under the law.
“Investigation is ongoing to consolidate all available evidence and ensure diligent prosecution of all suspects connected with the crime,” he added.
He assured residents that the command would pursue justice for the victims and ensure everyone connected to the killings faces the law. (Culled from a Nigerian Tribune report)
