Kehinde Adegbodu, the surviving half of the Adegbodu Twins, has cried out over a reported armed attack on his family residence just days after the burial of his twin brother, Taiwo Adegbodu.
In a video shared on Thursday, Kehinde said he was forced to speak out due to growing security concerns and rumours surrounding funds raised for his late brother’s burial.
Describing himself as a private person, he noted that his late twin was the more active one on social media, but insisted that recent developments made it necessary for him to address the public.
According to him, a support committee led by Dr. Yinka Ayefele had earlier been set up to mobilise assistance from fans and well-wishers ahead of the burial.
He credited the committee for ensuring the success of the arrangements.
Recounting the incident, Kehinde said the attack occurred two nights prior while he was away in Osun State.
He explained that he had travelled late in the evening when his brother’s wife called in distress, reporting that four armed men had invaded the house.
He said the attackers allegedly demanded his whereabouts and asked specifically about his late brother’s belongings, including jewellery, gold and mobile phones.
They were reportedly informed that the phone in question was with him.
Kehinde added that the intruders ransacked both his late brother’s room and his own, carting away clothes, shoes, phones and cash.
He, however, expressed relief that no one in the house, including the children and wives, was harmed.
He further alleged that during the operation, one of the assailants made a phone call suggesting they had been sent on the mission, noting that the caller reported his absence and uncertainty about finding money in the house.
Linking the attack to public assumptions about burial donations, Kehinde said he believed the perpetrators targeted the home in search of funds raised for the funeral.
He clarified that the money had already been spent, revealing plans to make a full account of the funds public, including receipts.
According to him, part of the money was used to complete unfinished aspects of Taiwo’s building, such as plastering, fencing and flooring.
In an emotional appeal, Kehinde urged for the safety of his family and that of his late brother, stressing that the period remains a difficult one for them.
He also dismissed perceptions of wealth, stating that their lifestyle is modest and that even the vehicle they use was gifted.
Kehinde assured the public that he would soon release detailed records of all funds received and how they were utilised to set the record straight and prevent further misunderstandings.
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