Police Launch Investigation into Death of Former OGTV Broadcaster, Security Guard in Ogun

The Ogun State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the deaths of former Ogun State Television (OGTV) broadcaster, Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard, who were found dead at her residence in Iyana Agodo Village, Owode-Egba area of the state.

The tragic incident was confirmed on Sunday in a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Oluseyi Babaseyi.

According to the police, officers were alerted after a concerned resident reported suspicious activity around the property. The report prompted an immediate response from security personnel, who visited the residence to ascertain the situation.

Babaseyi disclosed that preliminary investigations revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance within the premises, suggesting that the victims may have been attacked by unidentified assailants.

“Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance,” he stated.

During a search of the property, officers discovered the body of the security guard inside the security post. Further inspection of the residence led to the recovery of Oyesiku’s body inside her apartment.

The police also observed that the deceased broadcaster’s vehicle was missing from the compound, raising suspicions that the incident may have involved robbery and homicide.

“The corpse of the security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Ms Oyesiku was later found inside her apartment. The victim’s vehicle was also observed missing from the premises,” Babaseyi added.

Following the discovery, the Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Bode Ojajuni, directed detectives to commence a comprehensive investigation aimed at identifying and apprehending those responsible for the killings.

The command said intelligence-driven operations and surveillance activities have been expanded to strategic locations across the state as efforts intensify to uncover the circumstances surrounding the incident and recover the stolen vehicle.

The police expressed condolences to the families of the deceased, the management of Ogun State Television, and members of the media community, describing the incident as deeply unfortunate and tragic.

Residents were also urged to remain calm and cooperate with investigators by providing any information that could assist in the ongoing probe.

The incident has sent shockwaves through the media community and among residents of the area, with many calling for a swift investigation and justice for the victims.

Authorities say further updates will be provided as investigations progress.