By Our Correspondent
The Kajola community in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State is in shock and mourning following the alleged murder of a 28-year-old man, Ifeanyi Otu, by a suspected drug baron, Eze Amadi, popularly known as Lecturer.
Newsline NG learnt that the suspect allegedly tortured Ifeanyi to death at his residence and concealed his body inside a water drum.
It was also gathered that the suspect's attempt to dispose of the corpse using a motorcycle was foiled by residents, leading to his arrest.
The incident, which occurred on Monday, August 25, 2025, at Adeyalo Street, Kajola, has left the area gripped with fear.
Residents who spoke, expressed shock about the death of the victim
According to them, “Nobody knows what transpired between them, but we do hear a crying person every night when being tortured.”
The victim's father, Mr. Michael Agwu Otu, described the news of his son's death as a devastating blow to his family.
"I was at home when I received a call that my son's body, wrapped with foam, had been discovered inside a water drum.
“When I got to the scene, I saw him lying lifeless after the drum was cut open. I was also told that the suspect was caught while trying to transport his body on a motorcycle. The entire community was furious and demanded his arrest.”
The community youth leader, Gideon Akinsuroju, confirmed that Amadi and two other accomplices were apprehended by the police in connection with the crime.
"This is a disturbing incident that has left everyone in shock. We urge the police to ensure justice is served and the culprits face the full wrath of the law," he said.
However, Effort to get police official statement on the incident proved abortive when gathering this report
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