A United States-based Nigerian lecturer, Dr Richard Adeoriokin, has been shot dead in the Ejigbo area of Osun State.

The incident which occurred on Saturday, January 27, 2024, was confirmed by the Osun State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Yemisi Opalola, on Sunday.

Opalola stated that the lecturer was shot dead during the 50th coronation anniversary of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Oyeyode Oyesosin, on Saturday.

The police spokesperson, however, disclosed that the monarch’s son, Prince Eniola Oyeyode, who ordered his civilian guard to fire the gun has been arrested and detained.

She stated: “Police in Osun are aware of the shooting that occurred at Ejigbo which led to the death of Dr Richard Adeoriokin.

“The incident occurred on Saturday after the 50th coronation anniversary of the Ogiyan of Ejigbo, Oba Oyeyode Oyesosin.

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“One Prince Eniola Oyeyode of Ejigbo instructed one of his civilian guards named Hammed Jelili to fire his double barrel gun into the air to confirm if the gun was in good condition.

“Jelili instead shot directly at the victim and he was rushed to a hospital but confirmed dead on arrival by a doctor.

“Prince Oyeyode, who gave the order to his civilian guard to fire the gun has been arrested and detained.

“Commissioner of Police in Osun, Mr Bzigu Kwazhi, appeals to members of the public, especially residents of Ejigbo to remain calm as an investigation into the matter has started.”

Meanwhile, Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has ordered an immediate investigation into the killing of the lecturer.

The governor’s media aide, Olawale Rasheed, on Sunday, quoted Adeleke as saying the killing during the celebration in Ejigbo must be investigated by law enforcement agencies.

The governor added that he had instructed the police to issue guidelines on the usage of local guns to enhance the safety and protection of citizens, especially at public functions in Osun State.

The Star