Tragic Loss: Gunmen Kill Babcock Prof, Abduct Two in Ogun

A devastating incident unfolded in the Iperu area of Ogun State, Nigeria, on the evening of Friday, April 19, 2024, when a group of armed gunmen, dressed in black attire, invaded the Ajadeh Event Centre on Sagamu Road, killing a law professor from Babcock University, Yinka Olomojobi, and abducting two other individuals.

The assailants, numbering eight, emerged from an unknown location and opened fire indiscriminately at the people relaxing in the lounge. The attack caused a commotion, panic, and a stampede as guests at the event center struggled to flee the scene. Professor Olomojobi was shot in the chest after resisting being taken away by the gunmen.

In addition to the professor, a manager of a car stand, identified as Dare, and another person, yet to be identified, were abducted by the attackers. The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, confirmed the incident, stating that a security guard who had been recently employed at the event center was arrested in connection with the attack.

The police are currently investigating the incident and have launched efforts to apprehend the culprits and rescue the kidnapped victims. This tragic event has sent shockwaves through the community and has left many in mourning, particularly the faculty and students of Babcock University, who have lost a respected member of their academic community.

As of now, the motive behind the attack remains unclear, and the authorities are urging anyone with relevant information to come forward to aid in the investigation. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing security challenges faced by communities across Nigeria and the urgent need for effective measures to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.