Man sentenced to death for murder of woman at Osun factory
A court in Osun State has sentenced Taiwo Agboola to death for killing Jadesola Olubayo at a palm oil processing site. The incident occurred at Amula River in Olokemeji Village, Ifetedo. The court found Agboola guilty on three charges, including murder, after hearing testimonies from witnesses. The sentencing followed a trial where the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.
What happened
- Taiwo Agboola killed Jadesola Olubayo at a palm oil processing factory at Amula River, Olokemeji Village, Ifetedo.
- The incident happened on October 11, 2023.
- Agboola was first arraigned on November 7, 2024, facing charges of attempted rape, indecent assault, and murder.
- Justice Adedapo Adeniji sentenced Agboola to 14 years for attempted rape, two years for indecent assault, and death for murder.
- The prosecution, led by Ajibola Alade and Omotayo Babalola, called four witnesses, including Latifat Adeyemo, who witnessed the attack.
