A NYSC Official Arrested in Ogun State Over Alleged Involvement in Female Corps Member's Death
Olalekan was taken into custody at the Ogun State Police Command headquarters in Eleweran, Abeokuta. A police source confirmed the arrest, stating: “He is in our custody at the command’s headquarters, Eleweran, Abeokuta.” The source further alleged that the NYSC official may have been romantically involved with the deceased corps member—a relationship described as inappropriate given his supervisory role over corps members in his jurisdiction. This has raised serious questions about abuse of power and ethical conduct within the NYSC framework. The Ogun State Police Public Relations Officer, Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed that the case is under active investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID). However, he declined to provide further details on the arrest or the official's specific alleged role, noting that inquiries are ongoing. The development has sparked widespread concern among corps members, NYSC stakeholders, and the public, highlighting recurring issue...