Police Arrest Suspected Killers of Ex-OGTV Worker

Ogun State Police Command has apprehended three individuals suspected of murdering Olakitan Oyesiku, a former worker at Ogun State Television (OGTV), and her security guard, Mr. Pelumu Adetayo. The tragic incident occurred on June 20, 2026, at Oyesiku's residence in Agodo Town, Obafemi/Owode Local Government Area.

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One critical piece of evidence recovered from the scene was a handwritten note apparently left behind by the perpetrators. The note was subjected to forensic examination and analysis, which generated valuable investigative leads that significantly aided detectives in identifying and tracing those responsible for the crime.

Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni stated that the investigation gained traction after the recovery of Oyesiku's Lexus RX 330 vehicle, which was taken by the perpetrators after the crime. Forensic analysis of evidence collected at the scene, coupled with past communications between the principal suspect and the deceased, provided crucial leads.

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During interrogation, Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip made a confessional statement, admitting his involvement in the murder of Madam Olakitan Oyesiku. He further disclosed that he had recruited Sakirudeen Abdulraheem Ayoola and Sobu Obafunsho to participate in the crime.

The suspects, identified as Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, 22; Sakirudeen Abdulraheem Ayoola, 27, a security guard; and Sobu Obafunsho, 36, a bricklayer, were arrested sequentially. Philip, the principal suspect, confessed to orchestrating the murders and recruiting the other two. He claimed the motive was to "teach her a lesson," stemming from grievances during his employment as a security guard for Oyesiku and his alleged dissatisfaction with his salary while frequently requesting money from her.

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According to his confessional statement, the suspect planned and coordinated the attack following grievances with the deceased during the period he worked as a security guard in her employment.

A handwritten note found at the crime scene was subjected to forensic examination, yielding valuable investigative leads that aided in identifying and apprehending the suspects. Philip was arrested on June 24, 2026, at a construction site in Abeokuta, with the other two suspects apprehended shortly thereafter. The police confirmed that all identified individuals linked to the criminal conspiracy are now in custody.

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The suspect stated that the murder of Madam Olakitan Oyesiku was intended to ‘teach her a lesson’.