Brief: Police Recover Body Of Slain Photojournalist In Kogi, Suspect Found Dead In Hotel

The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the recovery of the body of photojournalist Ayobami Aiyepeku, who was allegedly murdered by his neighbour, a correctional service officer, Oluwapelumi Adebayo.

Police spokesperson SP Williams Aya told reporters on Monday in Lokoja that Ayobami’s decomposing body was discovered Sunday evening near the WAEC office, Crusher Zone 8 area of Lokoja. He said the victim was killed on Tuesday, July 22, in an office close to the Government House/GRA.

The corpse has been deposited at the Kogi State Specialist Hospital, while a discreet investigation is ongoing. Aya urged the public and the deceased’s family to assist with credible information.

Ayobami’s elder brother, Timothy Aiyepeku, appealed for justice and commended the police and media for their efforts.

Meanwhile, the prime suspect, Pelumi Adebayo, was found dead inside Abidan 115 Hotel on Thursday, after reportedly being on the run. The Chairman of Lokoja Local Government, Abdullahi Adamu, has since ordered the hotel’s closure and offered condolences to the bereaved family.
Brief: Police Recover Body Of Slain Photojournalist In Kogi, Suspect Found Dead In Hotel The Kogi State Police Command has confirmed the recovery of the body of photojournalist Ayobami Aiyepeku, who was allegedly murdered by his neighbour, a correctional service officer, Oluwapelumi Adebayo. Police spokesperson SP Williams Aya told reporters on Monday in Lokoja that Ayobami’s decomposing body was discovered Sunday evening near the WAEC office, Crusher Zone 8 area of Lokoja. He said the victim was killed on Tuesday, July 22, in an office close to the Government House/GRA. The corpse has been deposited at the Kogi State Specialist Hospital, while a discreet investigation is ongoing. Aya urged the public and the deceased’s family to assist with credible information. Ayobami’s elder brother, Timothy Aiyepeku, appealed for justice and commended the police and media for their efforts. Meanwhile, the prime suspect, Pelumi Adebayo, was found dead inside Abidan 115 Hotel on Thursday, after reportedly being on the run. The Chairman of Lokoja Local Government, Abdullahi Adamu, has since ordered the hotel’s closure and offered condolences to the bereaved family.
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