Unknown Gunmen Murder Lecturer, kidnap 2 Others

PROFESSOR Yinka Olomojobi, a law professor at Babcock University, was shot by gunmen during an incident in the Iperu area of Ogun State, resulting in the kidnapping of two people and the death of one.

The professor was reported to have died as a result of his refusal to comply with the shooters, while two other people were taken hostage and taken to an undisclosed location.

Omolola Odutola, the state's police public relations officer, has verified the occurrence and reported that one suspect has been detained in connection with the assault.

She declared: “A two-week-old security man was arrested based on reasonable suspicion, as police commence discreet investigation.

“A report from the Iperu Division indicates that a kidnapping and murder incident occurred on the 19th of April, 2024, at about 9:20 pm.”

Odutola added, “A suspicious coincidence led the police to arrest one Awada Ishaya of Plateau state who was employed two weeks ago when the event centre was launched as a security man for further interrogation.

“The lecturer was taken to Babcock University Teaching Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

“Efforts are underway to apprehend the culprits and rescue the kidnapped victims. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.”

Witnesses reported hearing gunshots at the Ajadeh Event Centre on Sagamu Road in the Ogun state region of Iperu.

Eight black-clad individuals with firearms suddenly materialized from somewhere unknown, stormed into the lounge, and opened fire in all directions.