By The Ondo State Police Command has arrested a 38-year-old man, identified as Nsikak Kingsley, for allegedly beating his biological father, Adone Peter, 65, to death in Oda Community, Akure South Local Government Area of the state.
The arrest was confirmed in a statement issued on Thursday, June 4, by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh.
According to the statement, the incident occurred on May 28, 2026, when the suspect allegedly engaged his father in a heated argument that escalated into a physical assault. During the altercation, the deceased reportedly sustained severe head injuries and was rushed to a medical facility for treatment. He was later pronounced dead by attending doctors.
“The Ondo State Police Command, under the leadership of the Commissioner of Police, CP Felix Ohagwu, psc, mnips, mspsp, has arrested a 38-year-old man, identified as Nsikak Kingsley, for his alleged involvement in the death of his biological father, Adone Peter, aged 65 years.
“The tragic incident occurred in Oda Community, Akure South Local Government Area of Ondo State and has generated widespread concern among residents. Preliminary investigations revealed that on May 28, 2026, the suspect allegedly engaged his father in a violent altercation which escalated into a physical assault.
“During the confrontation, the deceased reportedly sustained severe injuries, particularly to the head. He was immediately rushed to a medical facility for urgent medical attention. Sadly, despite efforts by medical personnel, the attending doctor later confirmed him dead while receiving treatment,” the statement read.
Mr. Jimoh said the suspect was arrested following a complaint lodged by Daniel Moses, identified as another son of the deceased and brother to the suspect.
The police spokesperson added that the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation. He noted that the suspect would be charged in court upon the conclusion of investigations.
Reacting to the incident, CP Felix Ohagwu condemned the act and warned that anyone found culpable of criminal offences would be prosecuted.
He assured the public that justice would be served and urged residents to shun violence and embrace peaceful and lawful means of resolving disputes, regardless of the circumstances.
