Police Arrest Osun Prince Over Killing of US-Based Lecturer
The incident occurred on 27th January 2024 at about 9:48 pm. Eniola Oyeyode, son of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, reportedly instructed his civilian guard to fire his gun into the air to confirm its condition but was shot directly at Idowu instead
AKACHI NOEL 
The Osun State Police Command has announced the arrest of Eniola Oyeyode, an Oyo prince, in connection to the killing of United States-based lecturer, Richard Idowu. Idowu, a chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party, was shot at Oyeyode’s residence during an incident that occurred after the 50th Coronation Anniversary of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo.
According to reports, Oyeyode instructed a civilian guard to fire his double-barrel gun into the air, but the guard instead shot directly at Idowu, who later died while receiving treatment at a private hospital in Ejigbo. The incident has led to tension among residents, and the Governor of Osun State, Ademola Adeleke, has ordered an immediate investigation into the matter.
The incident occurred on 27th January 2024 at about 9:48 pm. Eniola Oyeyode, son of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, reportedly instructed his civilian guard to fire his gun into the air to confirm its condition but was shot directly at Idowu instead. Eyewitnesses reported that Idowu was hit on the leg and later succumbed to his injuries at a private hospital in Ejigbo.
Governor Ademola Adeleke has ordered law enforcement agencies to investigate the incident and ensure that the law takes its course. A high-powered delegation has been dispatched to Ejigbo to restore calm and facilitate the investigation process. The incident has sparked mourning and tension within the community, with residents calling for a thorough probe into the killing.
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The Osun State Police Command confirmed the arrest of Eniola Oyeyode and stated that discreet investigations are ongoing. Governor Ademola Adeleke expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and called for calm while the investigation continues. The Commander of Osun Command of the Nigeria Hunters and Forest Security Service demanded a thorough probe into the killing and counter-killing at Ejigbo.
The arrest of Eniola Oyeyode in connection to the killing of US-based lecturer Richard Idowu has raised concerns in the community. With tensions running high, the Governor of Osun State has intervened, ordering an immediate investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure justice is served.
