Butcher stabs colleague to death in Ogun over sweeping chore
Police arrested Selim Ayodele, 21, after a disagreement with Ibrahim Wasiu, 26, at their workplace on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Ogun State Police have arrested 21-year-old butcher Selim Ayodele for allegedly stabbing his 26-year-old colleague, Ibrahim Wasiu, to death. The fatal incident occurred on Sunday, October 18, 2026, after work at their cow meat-selling outlet in Alagbole, Ogun State. A disagreement over who should sweep the floor led to the altercation.
Police Public Relations Officer DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi stated that the Ajuwon Police Station received the report at 8 p.m. Ayodele allegedly stabbed Wasiu in the chest and twisted the knife. Wasiu was confirmed dead on arrival at Life Hospital and his body was taken to Life Channel Private Mortuary pending an autopsy.
The suspect, Ayodele, is in custody as investigations continue for prosecution. Commissioner of Police Bode Ojajuni urged residents to resolve disputes peacefully and report criminal incidents. The command stressed the importance of avoiding violence over minor disagreements.
Why it mattersA 21-year-old butcher was arrested for fatally stabbing his 26-year-old colleague after a workplace dispute.