By Ayobami Ife, Abeokuta
The Ogun State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic shooting incident that claimed the life of a hunter during a group hunting expedition at Ajinawo area, Yewa North Local Government of Ogun State.
The ill – fated expedition occurred at about 16:30pm on March 23, 2025.
The spokesperson of Ogun Command of the Nigeria Police Force, CSP Omolola Odutola, who confirmed this on Tuesday, stated that the police received a report that a hunting trip had turned fatal when a hunter, Taiwo Bolugbe, was accidentally shot.
The Daily Crucible learnt that as Bolugbe, attempted to retrieve a hunted animal, his Dane gun reportedly slipped from his shoulder, discharged accidentally, and fatally struck him in the neck and lower jaw.
According to CSP Odutola, Bolugbe succumbed to the injuries despite efforts by fellow hunters to save his life
The police spokesperson stated that five hunters were arrested in connection with the incident.
“The group embarked on a hunting expedition in the area near Dangote Cement Company, Ibese. The accident occurred around 1500hrs when the victim, Taiwo Bolugbe, attempted to retrieve a hunted animal. His Dane gun reportedly slipped from his shoulder, discharged accidentally, and fatally struck him in the neck and lower jaw. He succumbed to his injuries despite efforts by fellow hunters to save his life.
“The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. The Police Command urges the public to exercise caution while handling firearms, even in hunting activities, to prevent tragic incidents.
“The five hunters are in police custody of State Criminal investigation Department, the designated IPO and team,will conduct further investigation and all their statements will be reviewed , if found culpable they will be charged to court for prosecution,” she stated.
