The Brutal Assassination: How Police Arrested Three Suspects in the Killing of Former Broadcaster Olakitan Oyesiku, Security Guard

On June 21, 2026, former Ogun State Television broadcaster Olakitan Oyesiku, affectionately known as Aunty Kitan, was found dead in her residence in the Owode-Egba area of Ogun State. Beside her lay the body of her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo. The discovery sent shockwaves through Nigeria’s media community and the public, who had come to admire Aunty Kitan’s voice and presence on television for many years.

What was supposed to be a safe sanctuary became the scene of a calculated and brutal assassination. The case has now taken a significant turn with the Ogun State Police Command announcing the arrest of three suspects.

The Police Breakthrough

At a briefing held at the command headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta, the Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, revealed that detectives had arrested three individuals in connection with the double murder. The arrests were made possible through intelligence gathering, technical tracking, and forensic investigation.

The principal suspect, 22-year-old Sodeinde Olajuwon Philip, was apprehended at a construction site in Abeokuta. Two others, Sakirudeen Abdulraheem Ayoola (27) and Sobu Obafunsho (36), were also taken into custody. According to the police, Philip allegedly made a confessional statement admitting his involvement in the murder of Madam Olakitan Oyesiku.

The police also recovered Oyesiku’s missing Lexus RX 330 vehicle the day after the bodies were discovered, along with exhibits including a broken hammer, cutlass, plank, and other items linked to the crime scene.

A Targeted Attack

Preliminary investigations suggest the killings were not a random robbery but a deliberate and targeted operation. The discovery of the bodies followed a report of suspicious activities at the residence. The missing vehicle had initially raised suspicions of robbery-murder, but the swift recovery and arrests point to a more sinister motive that is still under investigation.

Aunty Kitan was a respected voice in Ogun State broadcasting. Her death, alongside that of her loyal security guard who was simply doing his job, has left many in the media fraternity asking difficult questions about the safety of journalists and media personalities in Nigeria.

The Weight of Loss

For those who knew Aunty Kitan, the pain is profound. She was more than a broadcaster — she was a familiar face and voice that brought news and comfort into homes across the state. Her security guard, Pelumi Adetayo, paid the ultimate price while trying to protect her.

The arrests bring a measure of relief and hope for justice, but they also highlight the vulnerability of public figures and the people who work to keep them safe. In a country where attacks on journalists and media workers continue to occur, this case serves as another painful reminder of the risks involved in speaking to the public.

Police Vow Full Investigation

Commissioner Ojajuni assured that investigations are ongoing to ensure all those connected to the crime are brought to justice. The police have promised a thorough probe to uncover the full circumstances and any possible sponsors behind the assassination.

As more details emerge from the interrogation of the suspects, Nigerians will be watching to see whether justice is served swiftly and transparently for Aunty Kitan and her guard.

A Call for Stronger Protection

The tragic killing of Olakitan Oyesiku and Pelumi Adetayo is not just a crime statistic. It is an attack on the media community and the right of citizens to information. The swift arrests by the Ogun State Police Command are commendable, but the underlying issues of insecurity and impunity must be addressed if journalists and their support staff are to operate without fear.

Rest in peace, Aunty Kitan and Pelumi Adetayo. Your lives and service will not be forgotten.

The investigation continues. We stand with the family, colleagues, and the media community demanding full justice and accountability.

Source: Ogun State Police Command briefing and reports from Vanguard