Adeleke Adeyinka, a councillorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State, was brutally murdered by suspected cultists in the early hours of Saturday.
The 40-year-old transport union worker was contesting the councillorship seat of ward 15 in Abeokuta South Local Government Area in the forthcoming November 16 LG elections.
The assailants arrived in an unmarked vehicle, shot Adeyinka at close range, and then smashed his head with stones to ensure he was dead, according to Sunday PUNCH. This senseless killing has sent shockwaves throughout the community.
Omolola Odutola, spokesperson for the Ogun State Police Command, confirmed the incident and assured that the police have commenced an investigation into the killing. Efforts are ongoing to arrest the fleeing suspects, and the corpse of the deceased has been released to his family.
The police are working tirelessly to track down the perpetrators and bring them to justice. The command is leaving no stone unturned in its pursuit of the killers, and the community is urged to remain calm and cooperative during this difficult time.
The APC youths have condemned the murder, demanding justice for Adeyinka and his family. This incident highlights the growing concern about violence and intimidation in the lead-up to the elections.
The police are urging anyone with information about the killing to come forward. As the investigation continues, the community remains on high alert, seeking answers and justice for the senseless murder of Adeleke Adeyinka.
