Monday, June 22, 2026 - Some yet-to-be-identified gunmen on Sunday, stormed the residence of former staff member of Ogun State Television (OGTV), Mrs Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as “Aunty Kitan,” and murdered her in cold blood.
The assailants invaded her home in
the Kobape area of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital, in the early hours of
Sunday.
The late Oyesiku was well known in media circles, having
served with Ogun State Television (OGTV) before her retirement.
The body of her security guard was discovered within the
security post, while the body of Oyesiku was found inside her apartment.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer
in Ogun state, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said, upon the information, detectives were
immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs
of forced entry and disturbance.
Babaseyi noted that her vehicle was also discovered missing.
He called for calm and assured members of the public that an
investigation has commenced to unravel all the circumstances surrounding their
death.
He said, “The incident was reported at Owode Egba Division
on Sunday, June 21, 2026, by a resident of Iyana Agodo Village, who raised
alarm over suspicious activities at the residence.
“The Ogun State Police Command has commenced a comprehensive
investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of renowned
broadcaster and retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) personality, Kitan
Oyesiku, and her security guard.
“Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene,
where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance.
“During a thorough search of the premises, the corpse
of the security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body
of Oyesiku was later found inside her apartment. The victim’s vehicle was also
observed missing from the premises.”
“The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode
Ojajuni, has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances
surrounding the incident. An intensive investigation is ongoing to unravel the
facts, track down, and apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous act, while
ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice.
“Surveillance and intelligence-led operations have been
expanded across relevant locations as part of ongoing proactive measures.”
Meanwhile, the Command commiserated with the family of the
deceased, the Ogun State Television (OGTV) family, the media community, and all
those affected by the tragic loss, assuring that no effort will be spared in
ensuring that justice is served.
The command also urged residents to remain calm, vigilant,
and to provide any useful information that may assist the ongoing
investigation.
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