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From Lateef Dada, Osogbo
A night guard, Basiru Ojo, was yesterday found dead in Igbaye, Odo-Otin Local Government, Osun State, following an incident that has raised concerns over security in the area.
Sources indicated that Ojo, who was a member of the local vigilance group, was assigned to protect the home of a resident currently living abroad. His body was discovered early morning, after he was reportedly attacked by assailants during the night.
“It happened at midnight, and he was discovered dead in the morning,” a source said.
However, the police department has reported a conflicting account, suggesting that his death was from sudden and natural causes.
Osun State Police Command’s public relations officer, Abiodun Ojelabi, said the incident occurred at Oke-Ola, Igbaye, stating that the deceased was found lying lifeless at his workplace.
“Fasasi Adebowale, a local resident, informed the deceased’s brother about the situation. The matter was reported to police officers , who examined the scene for signs of violence but found no such evidence,” Ojelabi explained.
He added that investigation has commenced and that an autopsy would be conducted to determine the cause of his death.
