The Nigerian Police have reportedly detained the wife and children of the late Social Democratic Party (SDP) governorship candidate in Ondo State, Bamidele Akingboye, over suspicions surrounding his sudden death.
Akingboye, 60, was found dead last week at his Victoria Garden City (VGC) residence in Lagos. Initial reports suggested he died from natural causes, but images circulating on social media showing bruises and deep cuts on his head and neck raised fresh concerns about foul play.
According to police sources, detectives from the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Panti, Lagos, took into custody Akingboye’s wife, four of his children, and several domestic staff members for questioning. The move comes as part of what authorities describe as a “discreet but thorough investigation” into the circumstances of his death.
Unconfirmed reports allege that the late politician may have been pushed from a balcony during a domestic dispute.
SaharaReporters had earlier quoted sources linking one of his wives to the incident, though the claim remains under investigation.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police has ordered a forensic probe and crime scene analysis to establish the true cause of death. Civil society groups and political observers have also called for transparency, warning against any attempt to cover up the case.
As at the time of filing this report, the police had yet to make an official statement on the detention, but officers confirmed that investigations are ongoing.
Akingboye contested the November 2024 Ondo State governorship election under the platform of the SDP, where he emerged as one of the major contenders before his sudden demise.
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