Ogun butcher stabs colleague to death over sweeping dispute
A 21-year-old butcher, Selim Ayodele, has allegedly stabbed his 26-year-old colleague, Ibrahim Wasiu, to death during a disagreement over sweeping the floor at their workplace in Alagbole, Ogun State.
The incident occurred on October 18, 2026, after the two men had finished their day’s work at a cow meat-selling outlet.
The Ogun State Police Command, in a statement by its spokesman, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, said that a preliminary investigation indicated that an argument broke out between the colleagues over who should sweep the floor.
During the disagreement, Ayodele allegedly picked up a knife and stabbed Wasiu in the left side of his chest before twisting the weapon.
The victim was rushed to Life Hospital but was confirmed dead on arrival.
His remains were subsequently deposited at Life Channel Private Mortuary, Lanbe, Ajuwon, for autopsy.
The incident was reported at Ajuwon Police Station at about 8 p.m., prompting a police response that led to the arrest of the suspect.
Ayodele is currently in police custody as investigations continue ahead of his prosecution, the statement read.
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, Bode Ojajuni, reaffirmed the command’s commitment to thorough investigations and the lawful prosecution of offenders.
He urged residents to exercise restraint, resolve disagreements peacefully and promptly report criminal incidents to the police.
