Man arrested over death of university graduate in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 43-year-old man, identified as Edebiri Temitope, in connection with the death of a 38-year-old university graduate, Oje Michael Eje, in Mowe, Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area of Ogun State.

The deceased, who was said to have a degree in Guidance and Counselling, reportedly died after he was allegedly beaten with a bamboo stick by his neighbour following an argument over his interaction with the neighbour’s three-year-old child.

According to the police, Eje was accused of hugging and playing with the child when the suspect allegedly became infuriated, describing the manner of play as “rough.”

The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Seyi Babaseyi, said the suspect allegedly picked up a bamboo stick and repeatedly struck Eje until he collapsed and died.

The police spokesman initially said the suspect had gone into hiding with his family following the incident.

However, in a subsequent update, Babaseyi disclosed that Temitope, who had earlier been reported to be at large, had been arrested in connection with the death.

“Edebiri Temitope, ‘M’, aged 43 years, who was earlier reported to be at large, has been arrested in connection with the death of Oje Michael Eje, ‘M’,” the PPRO said.

He added that the suspect had been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation.

The circumstances surrounding the incident are still being investigated by the police, adding that the suspect will now face further questioning as investigators work to establish the circumstances that led to Eje’s death.