Butcher stabs friend to death in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, over the alleged stabbing to death of his 26-year-old colleague, Ibrahim Wasiu, following a disagreement at their workplace in Alagbole, Ogun State.

The incident reportedly occurred on October 18, 2026, after the two men had finished their day’s work at a cow meat-selling outlet.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday, adding that the incident was reported at the Ajuwon Police Station at about 8pm.

According to the statement, preliminary investigations revealed that the disagreement between the two colleagues was over sweeping the floor at the workplace.

Babaseyi said the argument allegedly escalated, prompting Ayodele to pick up a knife and stab Wasiu in the left side of his chest before twisting the weapon.

He explained that “The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, in connection with the stabbing death of his 26-year-old colleague, Ibrahim Wasiu, following a disagreement at their workplace in Alagbole, Ogun State, on 18th October 2026.

“The arrest followed a prompt police response after the incident was reported at Ajuwon Police Station at about 8:00 p.m.

“Preliminary investigations indicate that the deceased and the suspect had finished their day’s work at a cow meat-selling outlet when a misunderstanding arose over sweeping the floor.

“During the altercation, the suspect allegedly picked up a knife and stabbed the deceased in the left side of his chest before twisting the weapon. The victim was rushed to Life Hospital, where he was confirmed dead on arrival. His remains were deposited at Life Channel Private Mortuary, Lanbe, Ajuwon, for autopsy. The suspect is in police custody as investigations continue ahead of prosecution.

The state Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni has reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to prompt response, thorough investigation and the lawful prosecution of offenders.

Ojajuni urged residents to exercise restraint, resolve disagreements peacefully and report criminal incidents promptly.