Man allegedly kills 16-year-old girl in Ogun

Operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Ogun State Police Command have arrested a 30-year-old man in connection with the alleged abduction and killing of a 16-year-old girl, Adegbaaju Florence, in the Ogijo area of Sagamu Local Government.

The suspect, identified as Bayegun Nathaniel, is accused of kidnapping the teenager and demanding a ransom from her family.

According to reports, the suspect allegedly collected a sum of ₦500,000 but still went on to kill the victim. He is further accused of disposing of her body in a river within the area.

When contacted on Tuesday, the police spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said that the suspect was apprehended following sustained intelligence-led operations.

“The incident occurred on Wednesday, 8th April 2026, at about 1700hrs, when the victim was abducted in Ogiijo. Upon receiving the report, the Command immediately activated its Anti-Kidnapping response mechanism and commenced a coordinated investigation.

“Through sustained intelligence gathering and strategic operations, detectives on Saturday, 2nd May 2026, at about 1400hrs, successfully arrested the suspect in connection with the case.”

Babaseyi stated that efforts are currently ongoing to locate and recover the remains for necessary forensic procedures, and investigation continues to ensure a thorough and conclusive process.

Reacting, the State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, expressed sympathy to the family of the deceased and assured that justice will be diligently pursued.

He reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property and to bringing perpetrators of violent crimes to justice.