- Brutal Murder: Motorcyclist Rafiu Akano was killed by three suspects who lured him with a ride request.
- Crime Scene: The incident occurred in a bushy area around Okeoyi, Ilorin.
- Suspects Arrested: Peter Samuel, Jeremiah Tiozinda, and Sunday Agbenke have confessed to the crime.
- Motive: The suspects aimed to steal the victim’s commercial motorcycle.
A tragic incident unfolded in Kwara State when a motorcyclist, Rafiu Akano, was brutally murdered by three suspects who had hired his services. The police have arrested Peter Samuel, Jeremiah Tiozinda, and Sunday Agbenke in connection with the crime ¹.
According to reports, the victim was lured by one of his customers, Sunday Agbenke, who requested a ride for himself and Peter Samuel. While en route, Sunday stopped the motorcyclist, pretending Peter needed to urinate. Jeremiah then attacked the victim with a plank, and Peter used a cutlass to sever his head, which was thrown into a nearby river.
The police recovered the dismembered remains of the victim and confirmed that the suspects confessed to the crime, motivated by a desire to steal the motorcycle. This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and swift action by law enforcement in combating violence and crime.
