JUST IN: Man arrested for stabbing sibling to death in Ondo

By Boye Oyeyemi –

The Ondo State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 26-year-old man, Gabriel Pius, for allegedly stabbing his brother, Abu Simon, to death during a domestic dispute in Idanre.

Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, made the disclosure on Friday during a press briefing at the Command Headquarters in Akure.

According to the Commissioner, the incident occurred on June 27, 2025, at about 8:00 p.m., when Gabriel Michael, another family member, reported the incident to the police.

Preliminary investigations revealed that a heated altercation between the two brothers led to the fatal stabbing of the 22-year-old victim.

Lawal said detectives from the Idanre Division responded swiftly and arrested the suspect, who has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for further investigation.

“The suspect will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation,” the Commissioner added.

He also urged residents of the state to remain vigilant and law-abiding, while continuing to support the police with credible information to help maintain peace and order.