‘No effort will be spared’ as police hunt killers of Ogun broadcaster

The Ogun State Police Command has commenced a full-scale investigation into the killing of veteran broadcaster and retired Ogun State Television employee, Mrs Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard.

The victims were reportedly attacked and killed in the early hours of Sunday at Oyesiku’s residence in Agodo community, located along the Abeokuta-Siun-Sagamu Expressway in Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area.

According to the police, the incident came to light after a resident of Iyana Agodo Village alerted officers at the Owode-Egba Division over unusual activities around the property.

Confirming the development, the command’s spokesperson,  Oluseyi Babaseyi, said detectives were immediately dispatched to the scene.

“Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance.

“During a thorough search of the premises, the corpse of the security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Ms. Oyesiku was later found inside her apartment.

“The victim’s vehicle was also observed missing from the premises.”

Police said the Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, has directed investigators to thoroughly examine the circumstances surrounding the killings.

The command stated that efforts are ongoing to determine what transpired, identify those responsible and ensure they face prosecution.

“An intensive investigation is ongoing to unravel the facts, track down and apprehend the perpetrators of the heinous act, while ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice.”

As part of the investigation, surveillance and intelligence gathering operations have been intensified in locations considered relevant to the case.

The police also extended condolences to Oyesiku’s family, Ogun State Television, members of the media profession and others affected by the tragedy.

Ojajuni reassured residents that the command remains committed to securing justice and appealed to members of the public to remain vigilant and provide any information that could assist investigators.