Tragedy as Father Of Murdered Kogi Photojournalist Dies 21 Days After Son’s Death
- The family of Ayobami Aiyepeku, a photojournalist who was killed in Kogi state has been thrown into mourning
- Ayobami's family, Chief James Aiyepeku, passed on 21 days after his son was murdered in the north central state
- The elder brother to the photojournalist, Timothy, has narrated how their father died after Ayobami's tragic death
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Lokoja, Kogi state - The Aiyepeku’s family has been thrown into another mourning following the death of Chief James, the father of Ayobami, a photojournalist who was murdered in Kogi state.
Ayobami’s father died 21 days after the photojournalist who was brutally murdered on July 22, 2025.
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As reported by Leadership, the deceased passed away on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, after suffering a stroke.
It was gathered that the elderly man’s death was triggered by the shock of photojournalist’s gruesome murder.
The photojournalist’s elder brother, Timothy, said their father was traumatised by the brutal killing of Ayobami.
Speaking at the family residence in Lokoja, he said:
“On Wednesday August 6, after rushing out to complete the necessary arrangements towards the release of Ayobami’s corpse for burial, I returned home to the news that my father had fallen sick and was hospitalised.
“Despite initial signs of recovery, my father’s condition worsened, and he eventually succumbed to his illness on Tuesday August 12.”
Timothy emphasised that the family suspected a conspiracy in Ayobami’s death.
He urged the police to leave no stone unturned in their investigation over his brother’s killing.
“Up till now, the Police has not communicated to us on the update of their investigation regarding the circumstances behind my brother’s death.
“We believe that they are law enforcement agency and they are doing what is required of them to ensure justice for my late brother.”
‘Killer’ of Kogi Photojournalist found dead
Recall that Adebayo Pelumi, who allegedly killed his friend, photojournalist in Lokoja, Kogi state, on Tuesday, July 22, reportedly took his own life.
According to reports making the rounds said the the suspect was found dead in a hotel in Lokoja.
The alarm was raised by the family, who prompted the police to initiate a search for the suspect; his corpse has been recovered.
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Kidnappers kill travelling journalist
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that a media crew heading to Uyo for the Nigeria vs Libya 2025 AFCON qualifier was kidnapped, with one confirmed dead.
Pressmen attached to SuperSport TV were travelling through Anambra state when kidnappers abducted them.
Security operatives rescued six members of the abducted individuals amid reports that some are still unaccounted for.
Source: Legit.ng
