A 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly stabbing his colleague, 26-year-old Ibrahim Wasiu, to death following a disagreement over sweeping their workplace.
The incident reportedly occurred last Sunday at a cow meat-selling outlet in the Alagbole area of Ogun State.
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According to the police, the disagreement started after both men had completed their day’s work and began arguing over who should sweep the floor.
During the altercation, Ayodele allegedly picked up a knife and stabbed Wasiu in the left side of his chest before twisting the weapon.
The incident was reported at Ajuwon Police Station at about 8 p.m., prompting a police response.
The victim was rushed to Life Hospital, where he was confirmed dead on arrival.
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His remains were subsequently deposited at Life Channel Private Mortuary in Lanbe, Ajuwon, for an autopsy.
The Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Friday, October 23, 2026.
He disclosed that the suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue ahead of his prosecution.
Meanwhile, the Ogun State Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, urged residents to exercise restraint, resolve disagreements peacefully and report criminal incidents promptly.
The police reiterated their commitment to investigating the case and ensuring that justice is served.
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