Two Arrested for Murder of 26-Year-Old in Ibadan

The Oyo State Police Command has arrested two suspects, Taiwo Babarinde and Ishola Semiu, in connection with the murder of 26-year-old Kehinde Asimiyu. The incident occurred on November 1, 2026, during a fatal altercation at Olodo Garage in Ibadan, where Asimiyu was allegedly stabbed with a broken bottle by Babarinde.

The deceased's family was informed of the attack by an unidentified motorcycle rider. Police officers were dispatched to the scene, and Asimiyu was taken to Academy Hospital, Texaco, Iwo Road, Ibadan, where he was pronounced dead.

His body was subsequently sent to Adejare Embalming Centre for preservation. The police statement indicated that both suspects are currently in custody, and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Iyaganku for further investigation.

The incident led to unrest at the Olodo Police Outpost, prompting the deployment of additional security personnel, including members of the Nigerian Army and local law enforcement, to restore order.