Dare Babalola
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed that Bamidele Akingboye, the former Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, was murdered.
Lagos State Police Commissioner, CP Olorundare Jimoh, confirmed the development to Channels Television, stating that the police received the autopsy results, and are ready to proceed with investigation and prosecution.
CP Jimoh stated that the autopsy, carried out on September 11, coupled with other emerging evidence, led to the arrest and re-detention of seven family members, out of the fourteen initially invited for questioning.
The police are currently awaiting legal advice from the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP) to determine the next steps.
Earlier, detectives of the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Panti, Yaba, had arrested and interrogated nine close family members and aides in connection with the death.
Detectives investigating the case uncovered a suspicious ₦50 million transfer from the deceased’s account, allegedly shared among some family members, raising early concerns about potential foul play.
CP Jimoh stated, “With the toxicology findings concluded, we await advice from the DPP so prosecution can begin against anyone found culpable of murder.”
Akingboye was reported to have died under uncertain circumstances on September 3rd, with family members and aides claiming that his body was discovered in the backyard of his mansion.
His first son, Samuel Akingboye, who resides in Ondo State, alerted the police and called for a comprehensive investigation to unravel the mystery surrounding his father’s death.
CP Olorundare Jimoh has reaffirmed his commitment to uncovering the truth and bringing anyone involved to justice.
