Ogun Police Accused of Extortion After Teen Suicide Over Gift Teasing

Police officers in Ogun State allegedly extorted and intimidated family members and bystanders following the suicide of 14-year-old Pelumi, who reportedly took his life after being teased for giving a gift to a girl. Several people, including the girl and her mother, were detained and forced to pay money for their release, sparking outrage over police misconduct and abuse of authority.

14-Year-Old Boy Commits Suicide in Ogun After Being Teased for Giving Girl a Gift

A 14-year-old boy, Pelumi, from Onipaanu, Ogun State, reportedly took his own life after giving a girl a gift and a love letter. The incident occurred after neighbors teased him, and fear of parental punishment led to the tragic outcome, leaving the community in shock.


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Father of Kogi Photojournalist Allegedly Killed By Correctional Officer Dies In Lokoja.

James Aiyepeku, father of Kogi photojournalist Ayobami Aiyepeku, who was allegedly murdered by a Nigeria Correctional Service officer—has died in Lokoja, after the suspect reportedly took his own life, deepening the tragedy that has shaken the state.

James’s death comes just weeks after Ayobami was gruesomely murdered on 24th July 2025. The prime suspect, Adebayo Pelumi, reportedly lured Ayobami to a residence along Government Residential Area in Lokoja, where the killing took place.

The remains of Ayobami were discovered along Zone Eight Road in Lokoja a day after Pelumi allegedly committed suicide in a hotel in the city.

Arise News has learned that the trauma of Ayobami’s death severely affected James’s health, as he was one of the family’s main breadwinners.

The killing of Ayobami Aiyepeku has sparked widespread outrage in Kogi State. Friends, family, and civil society groups are demanding justice for the slain journalist.

Lagos Coroner Orders Hospital to Release Records on #EndSARS Journalist Pelumi Onifade’s Death

A Lagos coroner has given Ikorodu General Hospital seven days to provide records on the deposit, release, or current status of the remains of Pelumi Onifade, a Gboah TV reporter who died in police custody during the 2020 #EndSARS protests. The order follows a Federal High Court directive for a full investigation into his death.

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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.

NewsBody Of Kogi Photojournalist Allegedly Killed By Prison Officer Discovered In Lokoja.

The body of a Kogi photojournalist who was allegedly killed by a correctional service officer has been found after days of searching.

Following days of intense search, concern, and unanswered questions, the body of the decomposing Kogi State Photojournalist, Ayobami Aiyepeku, who was allegedly killed by a serving officer with the Nigerian Correctional Service, Adebayo Pelumi, has been discovered in the outskirts of Lokoja.

The 26 years old remains were found on Sunday evening in the bushy area around the Crusher axis of Lokoja, the Kogi State capital.

Residents, who perceived a foul odour, alerted the Lokoja Local Government Chairman, Abdullahi Adamu, and security officials.

The deceased, an indigene of Ekinrin Adde in the Ijumu Local Government Area of the State, was allegedly lured and killed by Pelumi on Tuesday July 22nd, 2025.

The suspect reportedly fled the scene with the victim’s body, prompting a police manhunt to locate both him and Ayobami’s remains.

BONA NAIJA learnt that the body of the prime suspect, Pelumi, was later found in a hotel in Lokoja after taking a poisonous substance to commit suicide.Ayobami’s remains have been deposited at the Kogi State Specialist Hospital in Lokoja, as investigations continue.

Suspected Ritualist Butchers Photojournalist In Lokoja.

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‎A photojournalist working with Inside Story in Lokoja, Ayo Aiyepekun has been murdered, by a suspected ritualist, working with Nigeria Correctional Service
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‎Ayo was said to have been killed on Tuesday night by his neighbour, Adebayo Pelumi who resides in the same compound housing the Inside Story office.
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‎According to an eye witness who worked with the InsideStory, said he was in the office with the victims doing some video and photo editing when the suspect called the victim to help him out in his poultry farm which is inside the same compound.
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‎”It was around 7:30pm when the suspect called him, but he didn’t know that Ayo was not the only person in the office. Immediately Ayo got out, Adebayo hit him with iron repeatedly and killed him instantly.
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‎The eye witness said he saw the suspect lifting the body into a deep freezer before moving the body into his Hilux Van prompting him to raise alarm, “I called some people on the phone who mobilized the vigilante in the area, but before they could arrive , Adebayo has made away with the dead body.
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‎The witness said along with the vigilante, they searched the area but could only see blood stained freezer and around the poultry stall.
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‎”While the vigilante were still with us, the suspect drove into the compound with his van and when he saw us, he turned back and refused to stop, but the vigilante chased him and along the line, his car had an accident which made him jumped out of the vehicle and ran away.”
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‎The witness said the van was also stained with human blood. He said while the body was yet to be recovered, they feared that ritual may be the reason for the murder.
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‎The case was however reported on Wednesday at the State Police Headquarters in Lokoja.
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‎The suspect, Adebayo Pelumi is said to be a staff of the Correctional centre, whose wife separated from him two months ago due to constant battery.

Lokoja: How Fleeing Suspect Lured Photographer for Butcher, Stored Body in Refrigerator.

The Kogi State Police Command has launched a manhunt for Oluwapelumi Adebayo, the primary suspect in the murder of a professional photographer, Ayo Ayepekun in Lokoja, the state capital.

ebirareporters.com gathered that the ugly incident occurred on Tuesday, at a poultry farm owned by the Adebayo said to be a correctional officer.

The fleeing suspect according to reports, had lured Ayepekun to his poultry farm for a job, but with hideous agenda, even though the motive of the crime is not yet known at the time of filing this report

Having murdered the photographer, he reportedly stored the victim’s body in a refrigerator and drove away.

The suspect reportedly returned to the scene, possibly to clean up, but was sighted by a group of alarmed residents and members of the local vigilante group.

Upon realising he had been seen, the suspect fled at high speed. The vigilante group gave chase, shooting at the vehicle’s tires and causing it to crash. Oluwapelumi reportedly escaped on foot and has not been seen since.

As of the time of filing this report, the whereabouts of both the suspect and the victim’s body remain unknown.

Family and friends of Ayo Ayepekun are urging security agencies to intensify efforts to ensure justice is served.

2025 UTME: JAMB Releases Top 10 Highest Scorers Nationwide

The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has unveiled the top-performing candidates in the 2025 UTME. Below are the top 10 scorers, their scores, and preferred institutions:

1. Okeke Chinedu Christian
- Score: 375
- State: Anambra
- Preferred Institution: UNILAG
- Course: Mechanical Engineering

2. Ayuba Simon-Peter John
- Score: 374
- State: Gombe
- Preferred Institution: ABU Zaria
- Course: Mechanical Engineering

3. Jimoh Abdulmalik Olayinka
- Score: 373
- State: Kwara
- Preferred Institution: UNILAG
- Course: Mechanical Engineering

4. Roberts Daniel Ayibo
- Score: 373
- State: Rivers
- Preferred Institution: UNILAG
- Course: Mechanical Engineering

5. Onuogbu Chigazirim Chibuza
- Score: 373
- State: Enugu
- Preferred Institution: UI
- Course: Electrical/Electronic Engineering

6. Olasupo Gbemisola Tumininu
- Score: 369
- State: Kwara
- Preferred Institution: UNILAG
- Course: Computer Science

7. Afianta Ofeoritse Leslie
- Score: 368
- State: Delta
- Preferred Institution: Covenant University
- Course: Mechanical Engineering

8. Azoyinme Samuel Chukwunemeka
- Score: 367
- State: Delta
- Preferred Institution: OAU
- Course: Aerospace Engineering

9. Oyedolu Oluwapelumi Emmanuel
- Score: 367
- State: Ogun
- Preferred Institution: UI
- Course: Medicine & Surgery

10. Omigie Osagiebo Cecil
- Score: 367
- State: Edo
- Preferred Institution: UI
- Course: Medicine & Surgery

Congratulations to all top scorers!

DR. AKIONLA OGUNLEWE STEM EDUCATION CENTRE CELEBRATES OUTSTANDING 2025 JAMB ICONS

In a remarkable demonstration of academic excellence, the Dr. Akionla Ogunlewe STEM Education Centre proudly celebrates the outstanding performance of its students in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), also known as JAMB.

These brilliant young minds have proven that with dedication, the right guidance, and a supportive learning environment, excellence is inevitable. Leading the charge is Oretuyi Babajide Chinedu, who scored an impressive 317, followed closely by Adepoju Maryam Aderoju (299) and Kolade Praise Oluwapelumi (298), among several other high-flying achievers.

This year's results not only reflect the personal commitment of these students but also stand as a shining testimony to the quality of teaching, mentoring, and vision driving the Akionla Ogunlewe STEM Education Centre.

From science to arts, and Commercial these students have defied the odds, showcasing their brilliance and affirming the Centre’s position as a breeding ground for future leaders and innovators.

We celebrate their resilience,their hard work, their unwavering determination to succeed.

To all our 2025 JAMB Icons, we say Congratulations! You are the pride of our community, and your success is an inspiration to countless others. As you take the next steps toward higher education, we are confident that you will continue to excel and blaze trails.

Keep soaring. Keep shining.
The future is yours.

FROM : THE MANAGEMENT BOARD