Olalekan Oyeyemi, popularly known as Emir Ajagungbade, an aide to Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke and reported member of the Accord Party, has allegedly been killed in Ile-Ife amid an ongoing dispute over motor park leadership.
Oyeyemi was reportedly attacked on Sunday while attending a meeting with transport operators in the ancient city.
According to preliminary reports, tension reportedly escalated after some individuals allegedly stormed the meeting venue, triggering a violent confrontation.
Oyeyemi was said to have been attacked with stones during the clash and sustained severe injuries, reportedly leading to his death at the scene.
The incident is believed to be connected to an ongoing disagreement between rival factions over the control and leadership of motor parks in Ile-Ife.
The development has raised fresh concerns over clashes involving rival transport groups and the possibility of further violence if the dispute is not urgently resolved.
Details surrounding the incident remain sketchy, while the identities and motives of those responsible have yet to be officially confirmed.
Security agencies are expected to investigate the incident and establish the circumstances surrounding Oyeyemi’s reported death.
Further updates are expected as authorities continue their investigation.
