More Revelations Emerge In The Death Of Ibadan Vendor, Khadi As Suspected Killer Surrenders Self To Police

A suspect in the case of an Ibadan-based Instagram cloth vendor, Adeshina Olayinka, popularly called Khadi, who died at Wetland Hotel, Akobo, in Ibadan, is in police custody, according to a source in the hotel.

Remember Olayinka reportedly died after the man she was with checked out early on Thursday morning, and a phone call was made to Khadi’s room by the receptionist who confirmed her safety.

The suspect was said to be currently detained at the State Criminal Investigation Department, Iyaganku, Ibadan.

An investigation by our correspondent further revealed that the suspect, name withheld, voluntarily presented himself to the police at Akobo Police Station having heard that his attention was needed by the police over the death of Olayinka.

When our correspondent visited the hotel, the manager and supervisor were not on seats, but a staff member, who did not want his name in print, told PUNCH Metro, “We wouldn’t have known until 12 noon check out time if not for the power bank that one of the receptionists lent her. So, when we discovered that she was still breathing, we quickly called police at Akobo Police Station but unfortunately, she died before getting to the hospital.

“So, we called the suspect to inform him about the incident. He was shocked and rushed down to the hotel to present himself to the police. The case has been transferred to the state CID. Actually, he is one of our customers here. He always patronises us. And when he came around (before he presented himself to the police), he said the lady was complaining that night that she was weak. And that was why he just allowed her to rest,” a staff member of the hotel added.

As of press time, the security operatives were yet to unravel the circumstances behind her death but the state Police Public Relations Officer, Adewale Osifeso, said the police had commenced investigation into the matter.

Osifeso said, “Investigation is in progress. Updates would be provided accordingly, please.”

Meanwhile, the hotel management had in a statement expressed its cooperation with the Nigeria Police in the investigation into the cause of the deceased’s death.

The management said, “To the general public and our dear valued guests, we regret to inform you that an unfortunate incident occurred at our hotel, Wetland Hotel.

“One of our guests passed away while staying with us. We are fully cooperating with the authorities in their investigation into this matter, and we assure you that we are doing everything we can to assist the police in their efforts to determine the cause of death.”

The statement further assured guests of the hotel’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of hygiene and safety while expressing condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

My Wife & I Have Dedicated 80% Of Our Resources To Humanity, Oyo Dep. Gov., Bayo Lawal Speaks As He Hosts Islamic Groups

The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal and his wife, Mrs Ajibola Lawal have pledged adequate support for the Federation of Muslim Women's Association of Nigeria (FONWAN) in carrying out their philanthropic gestures.

This was as members of the associations paid a courtesy call on the deputy governor and his wife at their residence to offer special prayers for the family and the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde.

The deputy governor declared that for ages, he has been channeling 80% of his resources to charity adding that he and his wife  have dedicated their entire life to serve humanity with whatever Almighty Allah has provided for them.

Addressing FONWAN, Alhaji Bayo Lawal commended the philanthropic gestures of the association for the downtrodden and humanity in general, he noted that Governor Seyi Makinde runs all inclusive administration stating that this administration will not derail from the covenant of service with the people.

He added that this administration would always respect the people’s trust and serve their best interest without leaving any group or religion behind in the scheme of events. His words:

"I use this medium to commend the leadership of the Federation of Muslim Women's Association of Nigeria, Oyo State chapter for this special visit and prayer session offered for Governor Seyi Makinde, my family and the state.

"Since the beginning of the fourth republic from 1999 till date, this administration of Governor Seyi Makinde has been running an all inclusive government without shortchanging any religion.

"As a Muslim, it behoves on me to ensure that I represent and protect the interest of Muslim Ummah.

"I knew when FONWAN was inaugurated decades ago. The association has expanded in a facets.

"I commend the leadership of the association for their contributions to the development of Oyo State and propagation of Islam. I assure you that I will support the association in whatever capacity to enable the association spread its love to more vulnerable and less privileged people in the state."

Speaking earlier, the leadership of the Federation of Muslim Women's Association of Nigeria, Oyo State chapter, Alhaja Oyero highlighted the roles the association has been playing since its formation.

According to her, the association described the deputy governor as a worthy ambassador of Muslims in the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde where she highlighted his various interventions on issues affecting Islam in the state.

Alhaja Oyero said FONWAN doesn't only propagate Islam but also embark on various philanthropic gestures to assist the downtrodden in the state.

These include orphanage home, school for the less privileged, periodic distribution of food items and rendering financial assistance to the needy in the society regardless of his or her religion.

In a related development, Jama'at Solihat in Government House equally paid a courtesy call on Bayo Lawal and his wife to offer prayers for the state.

Bayo Lawal equally promised to assist the two groups in his private capacity and therefore pledged monthly financial commitment to the two Muslim groups.

On her part, wife of the Deputy Governor, Mrs Ajibola Lawal distributed various gift items to the two Muslim groups numbering over hundred women.

Sad! 71-Yr-Old Man Dies After Smoking ‘Colorado’ In Ibadan

A 71-year-old man popularly called Baba Jos at Aba Alamu area of Apata, Ibadan, has reportedly died after smoking colorado.

The man, who until his dead was a landlord in the community, died last Sunday after three days in coma.

The old man, who was notorious for being addicted to alcohol and tobacco, fell into coma immediately after taking the drug and eventually gave up the ghost three days after.

Sources at the Aba Alamu community informed that after collecting rents from some of the tenants in the 16-room one- storey building he inherited from his late mother, Baba Jos visited a joint to take alcoholic drinks and cigarettes as usual.

That happened about ten days ago.

At the joint, the old man reportedly

met some boys smoking colorado, and they invited him to join them.

“Baba Jos, who had not tasted the hard drug before agreed and started smoking the stuff, because he was already drunk”, one of the sources explained.

The source further explained that immediately the man smoked the stuff, he started deficating on his own body uncontrollably.

Initially, people at the joint were making jest of him, untill he suddenly fell into coma and was rushed into his house located close to the joint.

“It was unfortunate that the old man did not come out of the coma until he died last week Sunday”, a source who is one of his tenants lamented.

However, when our correspondent visited the joint around 2pm today on Sunday, the place was deserted.

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