The Lagos State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of Adedamola Ogunbode, a 2024 graduate of Lagos State University (LASU). The police are currently searching for five additional suspects.
Adedamola Ogunbode, a 2024 graduate of LASU, had been missing since January 16, 2025. His family and friends had been searching for him, and a report was filed with the police. Initially, the case was treated as a missing person’s report, but as the investigation progressed, it became clear that Ogunbode had been murdered.
– *Arrests:* Whepetoji Sunday, a pastor, and Sheriff Adebayo, a church member, were arrested for allegedly receiving N70,000 and N300,000, respectively, from the victim’s account.
– *Investigation:* The police have upgraded the case from a missing person’s report to a suspected murder investigation.
– *Response to Student Concerns:* The State Commissioner of Police, Olohundare Jimoh, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department to take over the case.
The police have made significant progress in the investigation, and all efforts are being directed towards locating the body of the deceased and determining the exact cause of death. The police are working tirelessly to ensure that justice is served.
The media, played a crucial role in bringing attention to the case and prompting the police to take action. The report made by several media outlets highlighted the concerns of the students and the family of the deceased, and it called for a thorough investigation into the matter.
The police are working to locate the body of the deceased and determine the exact cause of death. The findings of the investigation will be made public in the interest of justice.
The murder of Adedamola Ogunbode has sparked widespread outrage and condemnation. The family and friends of the deceased have been calling for justice, and the police have assured them that everything is being done to ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book.