The Ogun State Police Command has strongly condemned a violent attack on Osuke Village in Ota, where gunmen killed a 24-year-old man, Saheed Jinadu Shoboyede.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the command’s spokesperson, CSP Omolola Odutola, described the incident as “senseless and brutal,” assuring that a thorough investigation had begun to track down those responsible.
“The Ogun State Police Command will not tolerate such acts of violence. We are committed to ensuring the perpetrators face justice,” she said.
According to the police, the attack was reported by a resident, Olusoji Jinadu, who explained that on February 27, at around 8 a.m., a group of armed men, allegedly led by an individual named Elijah, stormed the Muslim Prayer Ground in the village.
The assailants fired indiscriminately, causing panic among worshippers and residents.
“Tragically, the complainant’s son, Saheed Jinadu Shoboyede, was struck by a bullet,” Odutola revealed. “He was rushed to the State General Hospital in Ota, but despite efforts to save him, the doctor on duty confirmed him dead.”
As part of the investigation, law enforcement officers visited the crime scene and recovered three expended cartridges and two spent AK-47 rounds.
Odutola urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security agencies by providing any useful information that could lead to the arrest of those involved.
“We call on anyone with relevant details to come forward by reporting to the nearest police station or calling the command’s emergency lines,” she added.
