Gospel singer Timileyin Ajayi arrested for alleged murder of girlfriend

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Social media has been abuzz with the shocking story of an Abuja-based gospel singer, Timileyen Ajayi, who allegedly murdered and dismembered his girlfriend, Salome Ele Ojo Adaji, in New Karshi, Karu Local Government Area, Nasarawa State.

The incident occurred on January 11, and the suspect is currently undergoing interrogation by the Nasarawa State Police Command.

Speaking to Radio Nigeria, Ajayi, who also claims to be a cryptocurrency agent, confessed to the murder, stating that he had no regrets as he believed the victim had cheated on him.

He was apprehended while attempting to dispose of the dismembered body parts, which were found wrapped in polythene bags.

The elder sister of the deceased, Esther Oyis Adadu, refuted Ajayi’s claims of being in a relationship with her late sister. “I wonder how a boyfriend would kill and dismember someone he claims to love,” she said.

The victim’s uncle, Mr. Samson Adadu Adaji, commended the New Karshi Police Division for their swift action, which led to Ajayi’s arrest. He also called for justice, stressing that such acts must be met with severe consequences to serve as a deterrent.

State Command Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, confirmed that the victim’s head was recovered from the suspect by officers, who rescued him from an angry mob. He assured that the suspect would face the full weight of the law after investigations are concluded.

The victim, Salome Ele Ojo Adaji, was a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member serving with NICON Insurance in Abuja before her tragic death.

By Kalu Idika

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