The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, over the alleged sta-bbing to de.ath 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.
According to a statement issued on Friday by the Police Public Relations Officer, Ogun State Command, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the incident was reported at Ajuwon Police Station at about 8 p.m., prompting a police response.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the disagreement reportedly started over who should sweep the floor at the workplace.
“During the altercation, the suspect allegedly picked up a knife and sta-bbed the deceased in the left side of his chest before twisting the weapon,” the statement said.
His remains were deposited at Life Channel Private Mortuary, Lanbe, Ajuwon, for autopsy.
The police said Ayodele was in custody as investigations continued ahead of his prosecution.
The police said further investigations into the incident were ongoing.
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