OGUN POLICE CRACK RETIRED TEACHER’S MURDER CASE, ARREST SUSPECT

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OGUN POLICE CRACK RETIRED TEACHER’S MURDER CASE, ARREST SUSPECT

The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a breakthrough in the investigation into the murder of 61-year-old retired teacher, Mrs Adedotun Adeteju Oluwaseun, who was killed at her residence in Agbaakin Emere, Bode-Olude, Abeokuta, on 27th February 2026. Following sustained investigative efforts, the case was transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation, culminating in the arrest of the principal suspect, Alhaji Saburi Lateef Ayinde, popularly known as “OKI-OCEAN”, on 19th October 2026.

The deceased’s lifeless body was discovered in the toilet of her residence on 28th February 2026, a day after she reportedly returned from a retirement celebration organised by her colleagues. Preliminary investigations indicate that she was allegedly strangled and attacked with a machete during an altercation with the suspect. The suspect reportedly confessed to the killing and linked the incident to financial dealings with the deceased, claiming that he had entrusted ₦3,450,000 to her for safekeeping, with an understanding that she would lend him ₦1,500,000 towards purchasing another vehicle. Detectives are working to corroborate his account and establish the full circumstances surrounding the murder.

The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, psc, FCSS, MNIPR, commended the investigating officers for their persistence, professionalism and commitment to securing a breakthrough. He reiterated the Command’s resolve to pursue serious crimes through diligent investigation, ensure accountability and bring offenders to justice through lawful prosecution. The suspect will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation. The Command urges residents to resolve disputes lawfully and promptly report criminal activities, assuring the public that credible information will be acted upon professionally.

DSP OLUSEYI B. BABASEYI, anipr
POLICE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER
OGUN STATE COMMAND
ELEWERAN, ABEOKUTA, OGUN STATE

23RD OCTOBER, 2026