Kwara Police apprehend suspects in murder of 21-year-old Offa health student.

Kwara state police command confirms apprehension of suspects linked to the gruesome murder of 21-year-old Awesu Mojisola, a student of Kwara state college of health technology. Her lifeless body was discovered in a refuse dump near Aleniboro area, Ilorin, Kwara state.

It was reported by her roommate, miss Blessing that, Miss Awesu Mojisola a 21-year-old student at Kwara State College of Health Technology has been missing since August 9, 2024.

On Tuesday, DSP Toun Ejire-Adeyemi, Kwara police PRO, announced that a team of detectives was swiftly deployed to the scene, following the incident.

Upon arrival, Adeyemi said, the investigation team conducted a detailed examination, taking photographs and found blood traces near the victim’s left ear, as initial findings indicated. The statement read, “The Kwara State Police Command wishes to inform the public about an ongoing investigation into a case of culpable homicide reported on August 12, 2024, at approximately 7:30 AM by Mr. Olorunoje of the Aleniboro area in Ilorin, Kwara State.

“According to Mr. Olorunoje, on August 11, 2024, at about 2000 hours, he was returning home from the mosque when a group of laborers approached him and informed him of a disturbing discovery.

“They had found the body of an unidentified female, approximately 25 years old, dumped on refuse dump near Aleniboro area Ilorin, Kwara State. The image maker said following the report, a team of detectives was immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, the scene was carefully examined and photographed. During the initial investigation, traces of blood were found near the left ear of the deceased.

“The body was subsequently taken to the General Hospital in Ilorin, where a medical examination confirmed that she was dead. The body has since been deposited in the hospital morgue. The deceased was later identified as Miss Awesu Mojisola.

“In a related development, on August 13, 2024, at about 1630 hours, report of a missing person was filed by Miss Blessing O, a resident of Gbomi’s area, Offa, Kwara State.

“Miss Blessing reported that her roommate, Miss Awesu Mojisola, a 21-year-old student of Kwara State College of Health Technology, had been missing since August 9, 2024.”

“According to the report, Miss Mojisola received a phone call on August 9 from one Miss Timileyin, who informed her about an event organized by students at Summit University and Al-Hikmah University in Ilorin.

Adeyemi said, “Miss Timileyin introduced Mojisola to one Mr. Adebayo Happiness, a student at Summit University, who allegedly invited her to the night party under the pretense of having her act as his girlfriend for a fee of Fifteen Thousand Naira (#15,000.00).

“Upon her arrival in Ilorin, Miss Mojisola informed her roommate that she felt uncomfortable in the hotel she was lodged by Adebayo Happiness and noted that there was no party at the said location. Shortly after this communication, her phone was switched off and all subsequent efforts by Miss Blessing to reach her were unsuccessful.

“In light of these developments, the Kwara State Police Command have arrested suspects in connection with the case. Investigation is ongoing, and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further discreet investigation,” she added.

Commissioner of police, CP Victor Olaiya, assures the public that comprehensive measures are being implemented to uncover the facts, apprehend culprits, and ensure Justice is served.