The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with the murder of a 26-year-old man, identified as Kehinde Asimiyu, following a fatal altercation in the Olodo area of Ibadan.
According to the report received by the Police on 1st November 2026, the deceased was allegedly stabbed with a broken bottle by one Taiwo Babarinde at Olodo Garage following an altercation between both parties. The incident subsequently came to the attention of the deceased’s family when an unidentified motorcycle rider arrived at their residence and informed them of the attack.
Upon receipt of the report, Police operatives, accompanied by a patrol team, immediately mobilised to the scene, while the victim was rushed to Academy Hospital, Texaco, Iwo Road, Ibadan, where he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty. His remains were subsequently deposited at Adejare Embalming Centre for preservation, while photographs were taken as part of preliminary investigative procedures.
During the police intervention and subsequent investigation, officers arrested two suspects. They are Taiwo Babarinde, suspected to have inflicted the fatal injury on the deceased, and Ishola Semiu, suspected of involvement in the incident. Both suspects are currently in Police custody, while the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Iyaganku, Ibadan, for comprehensive investigation.
However, following the incident, unrest erupted at Olodo Police Outpost, nearly resulting in a breakdown of law and order. Subsequent reports of threats by hoodlums further necessitated an immediate reinforcement of security in the area. Consequently, the Command deployed additional operational assets, supported by personnel of the Nigerian Army, Amotekun Corps, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) and other local law enforcement components. The coordinated deployment has helped restore normalcy, with a sustained security presence to forestall further disturbances and protect residents.
While sustaining this security intervention, the Commissioner of Police also directed the Area Commander, Moniya, to engage relevant community stakeholders to address the situation and prevent a recurrence. Acting on this directive, the Area Commander held a strategic meeting earlier today with representatives of the Local Council Development Area (LCDA), leaders of tricycle and motorcycle operators, and youth leaders. The engagement focused on identifying practical solutions, strengthening communication with security agencies and promoting peaceful coexistence among residents and other stakeholders.
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