Court remands three over alleged murder of former Ogun TV broadcaster

A Magistrate Court in Abeokuta, Ogun State, has ordered the remand of three suspects allegedly involved in the murder of retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster Kitan Oyesiku and her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The suspects, identified as Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, Sobu Obafunsho, and Shakirudeen Ayoola, will be held at the Oba Correctional Centre for 60 days.

This remand order, issued by Chief Magistrate O.T. Odubanjo, follows an ex parte application by the Ogun State Police Command. The application seeks to detain the suspects pending legal advice from the Ogun State Directorate of Public Prosecutions (DPP) and subsequent arraignment. Police Legal Officer A.S. Abiodun presented the application, supported by a 24-paragraph affidavit and 17 exhibits, stating it was in the interest of justice.

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The suspects have been remanded for 60 days on the order of the court pending legal advice from the Director of Public Prosecutions for the continuation of the case.

The victims were discovered dead in a pool of blood at Ms. Oyesiku's residence in Agodo, Abeokuta, in June. Residents had reportedly raised concerns about unusual activities at the property, which prompted a police investigation. The Ogun State Police Command, led by Commissioner Bode Ojajuni, has pledged to leave no stone unturned in ensuring all those responsible face justice.

Police Public Relations Officer DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi confirmed the remand, reiterating that the suspects are being held while the DPP reviews the case. The matter has been adjourned to September 10, 2026.

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The Ogun State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, Mr Bode Ojajuni, wishes to assure members of the public that justice will be served. No stone will be left unturned to ensure that all those responsible are brought to justice.