Man arrested in Ondo for allegedly killing his mother
A man named Samuel Akoade has been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly killing his mother, Mrs Olufunke Akoade, in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area. The incident was confirmed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh. Police say a machete was recovered at the scene, and the suspect is now in custody. CP Felix Ohagwu has ordered a thorough investigation into the case.
What happened
- Samuel Akoade allegedly attacked his mother with a machete, resulting in her death.
- The incident occurred on Sunday, 16th August 2026, at about 5 pm in the Powerline area of Ore.
- Police operatives secured the scene, recovered the suspected weapon, and documented evidence.
- The suspect initially fled but was later arrested and is now in police custody.
- The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Akure for further investigation.
