The Osun State Police Command reported the apprehension of Eniola Oyeyode, an Oyo prince, in connection with the murder of Richard Idowu, a United States American-based lecturer and prominent member of the Peoples Democratic Party.
The incident occurred at Oyeyode’s residence in Ejigbo, resulting in Idowu’s demise while undergoing treatment at a private hospital.
A reliable security source, speaking on the condition of anonymity, disclosed that Oyeyode was transferred from Ejigbo to Osogbo on Sunday. Additionally, Yemisi Opalola, the spokesperson for the state police command, officially confirmed Oyeyode’s arrest in a statement released in Osogbo on the same day.
Opalola said, “The Osun Police Command is using this medium to inform the general public that the command is aware of the incident of shooting that occurred at Ejigbo which led to the death of one Dr. Richard Adeoriokin.
“The incident occurred on 27/1/2024 at about 9:48 pm after the 50th Coronation Anniversary of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Oyeyode Oyesosin where one Prince Eniola Oyeyode ‘m’ of Ejigbo instructed one of his civilian guards named Hammed Abdul Jelili ‘m’ of Ejigbo to fire his double barrel gun into the air to confirm if the gun was in good condition or not, but instead shot directly at the victim. He was rushed to a hospital where he was confirmed dead by a doctor.
“Meanwhile, the prince, Eniola Oyeyode, who gave the order to his civilian guard to fire guns have been arrested and detained.
“The Commissioner of Police, CP Bzigu Dali Kwazhi, therefore, appeals to members of the public especially the residents of Ejigbo to remain calm as the discreet investigation has commenced immediately.”
Idowu was shot dead in Ejigbo, Osun State on Saturday.
The incident threw the community into mourning and led to tension among the residents.
An investigation by our correspondent revealed that the incident occurred in a private residence of Oyeyode, a son to the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Omowonuola Oyeyode, who was marking his 50th anniversary on the throne.
Idowu’s participation in the coronation anniversary became apparent when he was summoned to a gathering at Oyeyode’s residence along Inisa Road in Ejigbo.
During the meeting, an anonymous eyewitness revealed to newsmen on Sunday that present were Ayodele Asalu, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, and another individual named Mr. Timothy.
Following the conclusion of the meeting, as attendees dispersed, gunshots resonated. Tragically, Idowu was struck in the leg, resulting in his demise during medical treatment at a private hospital in Ejigbo.
