A tragic incident unfolded on March 14, 2025, in Igbesa, Ogun State, as Inspector Ajele Oloyede, a member of the Nigeria Police Force, reportedly took his own life while on special duty at Goodwill Ceramic Company.
According to preliminary reports, Inspector Oloyede was found resting his head on a table by a colleague, Officer Tolorunloju Stephen, who had just returned from Ikeja. After a brief exchange, during which Oloyede indicated he was fine, Stephen proceeded to the restroom. Moments later, a gunshot was heard, and Stephen discovered Oloyede lying in a pool of blood.
Despite immediate efforts to rush him to Ota General Hospital, Inspector Oloyede was pronounced dead by the attending doctor. The firearm used in the incident has been recovered, and the body has been deposited for autopsy.
The Ogun State Police Command has launched a comprehensive investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident, including exploring potential foul play or mental health factors. Commissioner of Police Lanre Ogunlowo has directed that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, for further investigation.
The Nigeria Police Force has extended its deepest condolences to Inspector Oloyede’s family, colleagues, and loved ones during this difficult time.
