A socialite, Alhaji Saburi Lateef Ayinde, popularly known as “OKI-OCEAN”, has been arrested in connection with the murder of a retired teacher, Mrs Adedotun Adeteju Oluwaseun at her residence in Abeokuta, Ogun State in February.
In a statement on Friday, October 23, Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Ogun State, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said the principal suspect was arrested on October 19.
Daily Sun recalls that the 61-year-old retiree was found slain at her residence located at Agbaakin Emere, Bode-Olude area of Abeokuta on February 27.
Eight months after the incident, the Ogun State Police Command said it recorded a breakthrough in its investigation into the incident.
Babaseyi said, “Following sustained investigative efforts, the case was transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Eleweran, Abeokuta, for further investigation, culminating in the arrest of the principal suspect, Alhaji Saburi Lateef Ayinde, popularly known as “OKI-OCEAN”, on 19th October 2026.
“The deceased’s lifeless body was discovered in the toilet of her residence on 28th February 2026, a day after she reportedly returned from a retirement celebration organised by her colleagues.
“Preliminary investigations indicate that she was allegedly strangled and attacked with a machete during an altercation with the suspect.
“The suspect reportedly confessed to the killing and linked the incident to financial dealings with the deceased, claiming that he had entrusted ₦3,450,000 to her for safekeeping, with an understanding that she would lend him ₦1,500,000 towards purchasing another vehicle.
“Detectives are working to corroborate his account and establish the full circumstances surrounding the murder.”
The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the investigating officers for their persistence, professionalism and commitment to securing a breakthrough.
He reiterated the command’s resolve to pursue serious crimes through diligent investigation, ensure accountability and bring offenders to justice through lawful prosecution.
The command said the suspect would be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.
It urged residents to resolve disputes lawfully and promptly report criminal activities, assuring the public that credible information will be acted upon professionally.
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