Oyo Police Apprehend Suspect in Gruesome Murder of 6-Year-Old Girl

Authorities in Oyo State have taken into custody Sodiq Kayode Akorede, a 23-year-old individual, who is alleged to be responsible for the death of a 6-year-old girl named Mutiyatu Sunday. The tragic event is reported to have occurred on Saturday, April 11, 2026, within Adigun Village, located in the Olorunda Ogunsola area of Ibadan.

DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, speaking on behalf of the State Police Command, confirmed the arrest in a statement issued on Sunday, April 12. The spokesperson detailed that the suspect is accused of fatally assaulting the minor and subsequently severing her head.

According to the Public Relations Officer, the command initiated action upon receiving intelligence that a young girl had been unlawfully killed and that her severed head was found in the possession of the 23-year-old suspect.

In a statement, the Oyo State Police Command reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and property and ensuring that justice prevails in all circumstances. The statement brought to light the disturbing incident that transpired on April 11, 2026, in Adigun Village, Olorunda Ogunsola area of Ibadan.

"In connection with the above, the Command received information that a young girl had been unlawfully k!lled, with her head severed and reportedly found in the possession of one Sodiq Kayode Akorede ‘M’ at the aforementioned location."

Responding to this information, the Commissioner of Police for Oyo State Command, CP Abimbola Ayodeji Olugbenga, directed that law enforcement operatives be immediately deployed to the scene. The directive was to ensure the suspect's safety and secure any evidence found.

"Consequently, in compliance with this directive, police officers swiftly mobilized to the scene and, despite stiff resistance from an irate mob, acted with professionalism, restraint, and in accordance with the law to successfully rescue and arrest the suspect, as well as secure the exhibit found in his possession."

Preliminary investigations following the arrest indicated that Sodiq Kayode Akorede allegedly committed the unlawful killing of the 6-year-old girl, Mutiyatu Sunday, and took possession of her severed head.

During interrogation, the suspect reportedly confessed to his involvement in the crime.

"He was thereafter conveyed to a medical facility for necessary treatment following injuries sustained from the mob attack and will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for discreet investigation and prosecution."

The Commissioner of Police strongly cautioned the public against engaging in acts of jungle justice, emphasizing that such illegal actions can hinder thorough investigations and obstruct the pursuit of justice.

"The Command reassures members of the public that justice will be served in this matter and urges residents to remain law-abiding while promptly reporting suspicious activities to the nearest police formation."