An All Progressives Congress (APC) councillorship candidate, Adeleke Adeyinka, has been shot dead by gunmen in Abeokuta South Local Government Area of Ogun State. The attack took place in the Oke Ilewo area of the state capital.

Adeyinka, the APC candidate for Ward 15 in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for November 16, 2024, was killed by assailants who arrived in a tinted glass car. According to eyewitnesses, the attackers shot him and later struck him with a stone before fleeing the scene.

The Ogun State Police Command has confirmed the incident, with efforts underway to apprehend the culprits. "The assailants opened fire, killing 40-year-old Adeyinka Adeleke before escaping to an unknown location," said the state police spokesperson, Omolola Odutola.

Meanwhile, the Ogun State APC Youth Leaders’ Forum has condemned the killing, describing it as a "senseless and horrific act." The group has called for an immediate investigation to bring those responsible to justice. They also extended their condolences to Adeleke’s family, friends, and colleagues, noting his contributions to the youth community in Ogun State.