Detectives of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a 27-year-old man, Chidi Ebere, in connection with the alleged murder of a commercial motorcyclist in Igbesa, Ogun State.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at about 7 a.m., when Ebere reportedly boarded a motorcycle operated by the victim, 36-year-old Sunday Ogbu, and attacked him in an attempt to seize the bike.
The struggle turned violent, drawing the attention of a witness who quickly raised the alarm.
Police officers from the Igbesa Division rushed to the scene and rescued the victim, who was immediately taken to the hospital. Sadly, he was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty. The suspect was apprehended on the spot, and both the motorcycle and the knife used in the attack were recovered as exhibits.
The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation and prosecution.
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, condemned the act and assured the public that justice will be served. He urged residents to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious activity to the police.
Members of the public can reach the command through its emergency lines: Gateway Shield (Toll-Free) 0800 000 9111, or via 0906 283 7609, 0912 014 1706, 0915 102 7369, and 0708 497 2994.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on April 9, 2026, from the Ogun State Command headquarters in Abeokuta. #Securitynewsalert.com
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