The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the murder of a former broadcaster with the Ogun State-owned television station (OGTV), […]
The suspects
The Ogun State Police Command has arrested three suspects linked to the murder of a former broadcaster with the Ogun State-owned television station (OGTV), Ms Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard at her residence in Owode-Egba, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area of the state.
Parading the suspects at the state police headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta, the state capital, the Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, said the principal suspect allegedly confessed that Oyesiku and her guard were killed to “teach her a lesson” over poor remuneration.
He said the arrests were made possible through intelligence gathering and technical tracking.
Police said a broken hammer, a cutlass, a plank, and a black pen were recovered as exhibits.
Ojajuni said the investigation was ongoing and that the suspects would be charged in court.
Oyesiku and her guard were found dead at her residence in Owode-Egba, Obafemi Owode Local Government Area. Oyesiku was found lying in a pool of blood in her living room, while her guard was discovered inside the security house.
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The police commissioner said a report was received at Owode-Egba Police Station on June 21, 2026, at about 4pm, regarding suspicious circumstances at Oyesiku’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,” he said.
Ojajuni said the crime scene was scientifically processed, and preliminary investigation 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 command launched intensive investigation, intelligence gathering, and technical tracking operations aimed at identifying those responsible and recovering the missing vehicle.
Ogun State CP (3rd-left) addressing the press during the parade of the suspects
hammer, a cutlass, a plank, a black pen, and other relevant exhibits connected to the investigation were recovered,” he said.
“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.
“The Command remains committed to ensuring that justice is served and that all persons connected with this heinous crime are brought to book.”o book,” the CP added.
