Masquerade Arrested Over Killing of 24-Year-Old In Ibadan
A traditional masquerade procession has turned deadly in Ibadan, leaving a 24-year-old man dead and triggering a police manhunt for four suspects.
The Oyo State Police Command said Sefiu Kehinde was allegedly attacked with axes and cutlasses by the Asoleke masquerade and his followers while they paraded through the Labiran area of Ibadan on Sunday.
Police operatives from Mapo Division responded to the incident and evacuated Kehinde to hospital, where he was confirmed dead on arrival.
The Asoleke masquerade has since been arrested, while four of his followers accused of involvement in the killing remain at large.
Commissioner of Police Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbemiga has ordered the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
The Command assured residents that efforts were underway to apprehend the fleeing suspects and urged members of the public to provide credible information that could assist the investigation.
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