A tragic incident unfolded in Lekki on Monday morning, resulting in the death of a 48-year-old man named Okafor, who was reportedly stabbed by a female sex worker he had invited to his home at Jakande Housing Estate, Lagos State.
OsunDailyNG gathered that the violent incident occurred around 5:32 a.m.
According to police reports, the victim’s friend received a phone call from another individual alerting him of the attack.
Lagos State Police spokesperson Benjamin Hundeyin confirmed the details, stating, “The suspect, identified as Joy Kelvin, allegedly stabbed Okafor during their time together overnight.”
“Following the attack, the victim was immediately rushed to the General Hospital in Marina, Lagos. However, he was pronounced dead upon arrival by the doctor on duty.”
Hundeyin elaborated on the police response, saying, “Upon receiving the report at about 7:20 a.m., detectives from Ilasan Division promptly arrived at the crime scene, took photographs, and conducted initial investigations. The body of the deceased has been evacuated and deposited at the General Hospital Morgue in Yaba for preservation and autopsy.
“The suspect, Joy Kelvin, has since been taken into police custody, and efforts are underway to notify the deceased’s family members. A thorough investigation is ongoing to ascertain the full circumstances surrounding the tragic event.”
